Registered Nurse I (Fall 2026 New Grad Blitz) - Specialty Acute Care and Stepdown Transplant

Job Description Summary

Under general supervision, the Registered Nurse I (New Graduate) assists at the advanced beginner level in providing individualized, goal directed nursing care to patients and families utilizing principles and practices of the nursing process; interacts with other members of the health care team to achieve desired outcomes.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC000249 CHS - Administration - Nursing

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-27

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Work Shift

Job Description

If you are interested in any of the Specialty Acute Care and Stepdown Transplant Units listed below, please apply to this posting by September 2, 2026.

5W Specialty Acute Care

MUSC 5 West Main Hospital is a 16-bed adult medical-surgical unit where teamwork, integrity, and professional growth take center stage. We specialize in delivering exceptional care to a diverse patient population, including transplant recipients in pre- and post-operative settings and those managing acute or chronic liver conditions. Even in a fast-paced environment, our collaboration and shared commitment make every day rewarding. Whether we’re celebrating wins or lifting each other up during challenges, we take pride in providing high-quality, evidence-based care. Join our team and discover a workplace where every shift is an opportunity to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact!

6E Stepdown Transplant

Main 6E Transplant is a dynamic 22-bed adult inpatient unit dedicated to caring for fresh post-operative solid organ abdominal transplant patients. Our nurses play a vital role in supporting kidney, liver, and kidney/pancreas transplant recipients through every stage of their journey, from pre-transplant preparation to post-transplant recovery. Work in both Intermediate/Stepdown and Acute Care settings, allowing you to broaden and strengthen your clinical skills. Intermediate Care nurses manage highly specialized patients with arterial lines and advanced drips. We invest in your success. All nurses become ACLS certified and trained in peritoneal dialysis within the first six months, building a strong clinical foundation that opens doors across the organization. While transplant is our core specialty, MH6E cares for a wide range of acute care patients, giving nurses continuous opportunities to learn and refine their practice. If you’re looking for a fast-paced, team-focused environment where you can grow your expertise, expand your scope, and make a life-changing impact on patients and families, Main 6E Transplant is the place for you.

Additional Job Description

Hours Per Week: 36 

Scheduled Work Hours/Shift:  3-12 hour shifts. Shifts vary based on the needs of the department.  

Job Summary/Purpose: Under general supervision, the Registered Nurse I (New Graduate) assists at the advanced beginner level in providing individualized, goal directed nursing care to patients and families utilizing principles and practices of the nursing process; interacts with other members of the health care team to achieve desired outcomes. 

Minimum Training and Education:  Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred. RN staff hired on or after July 1, 2013 with an Associate or Diploma degree in nursing are required to be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two years and successfully obtain a BSN degree within four years of the RN hire or reclassification date. 

Required Licensure, Certifications, and Registrations:  Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider. 

Physical and Mental Requirements:  Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent) Ability to perform "pinching" operations. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross moto