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Job Description Summary
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Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)Worker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
PRNCost Center
CC001507 LAN - MedSurg 5th Floor (LMC)Pay Rate Type
HourlyPay Grade
Health-01Scheduled Weekly Hours
12Work Shift
Rotating (United States of America)Job Description
The Certified Nursing Assistant and Registered Nurse Externs works under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. They performs multi-skilled duties within the limits of training and certification in caring for the patient.
Assists nursing team with a variety of patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs, comfort, and safety of patients.
Assists patients with personal hygiene, dressing, walking. Changes bed linens and assists with patient transportation to tests and procedures. May serve and collect food trays and provide patients with between-meal nourishment. May record temperature or vital signs under the direction of a nurse.
PRN Status Clause:
This is a PRN as-needed position, you must be available to work at least 12 hours bi-weekly, as needed according to departmental demands. You may be required to work additional hours if requested by your supervisor to accomplish work objectives. Work hours may vary (increase or decrease) depending on the needs of the unit.
Additional Job Description
Minimum Education: A high school diploma or GED required. At least one year of patient care experience in a health care facility or as CNA is preferred or currently enrolled in an accredited Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree nursing program.
Required Licensure, Certifications, and Registrations: Currently registered as a Certified Nurse Assistant in South Carolina; must be current in the Nurse Aide Registry or a current nursing student required. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
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Other facts
About Medical University of South Carolina
As the health care system of the Medical University of South Carolina, MUSC Health is dedicated to delivering the highest quality and safest patient care while educating and training generations of outstanding health care providers and leaders to serve the people of South Carolina and beyond.
In 2025, for the 11th consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report named MUSC Health the No. 1 hospital in South Carolina. To learn more about clinical patient services, visit muschealth.org.
What you'll do
- The Nursing Extern assists the nursing team with various patient care activities, ensuring the comfort and safety of patients. Responsibilities include personal hygiene assistance, changing bed linens, and recording vital signs under supervision.
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