5E is a 19-bed acute care cardiovascular and transplant unit with 1:4 patient ratio. The patient population served includes patients with heart and lung transplants, congestive heart failure, advanced congestive heart failure requiring ionotropic support, congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, rhythm disturbances, AICD management, sudden cardiac death, cardiac conduction abnormalities, pacemaker management, LVADs (ventricular assist devices), interventional valve replacement, pulmonary hypertension, and pulmonary artery management devices. In addition, the patient population also includes those who have received vascular surgical procedures

Ashley River Tower (ART) 6 East is a 21-bed surgical acute care unit providing care to patients with variety of diagnoses.  ART 6 East commonly cares for patients admitted on general medicine services, plus specialty services including GI surgery, surgical oncology, vascular surgery, plastic surgery.  Additionally, ART 6 East cares for patients admitted on cardiology, CT surgery, hematology/oncology and/or other services as appropriate based on patient needs.

Ashley River Tower (ART) 6 West is a 21-bed acute care unit providing comprehensive care for patients with a wide range of medical and surgical diagnoses. The unit routinely cares for patients admitted under general medicine, cardiology, as well as specialty services including GI surgery and surgical oncology. Additionally, 6W supports other services that are appropriate based on patient needs such as cardiothoracic surgery, plastic surgery, vascular surgery, and hematology/oncology. Nurses on ART 6W are trained in the use of a variety of clinical devices, tools, and techniques to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality care. Typical nurse to patient ratios ranges from 1:4 to 1:5. Our team thrives in a collaborative, educational environment that includes physicians, respiratory therapists, physical therapists, and other ancillary staff. The 6W culture is highly connected, innovative, supportive, and rooted in teamwork.

ART 7 East is a dynamic 19-bed unit dedicated to the care of adult oncology and medical-surgical patients. The team expertly manages complex cancer diagnoses, including both hematologic malignancies and solid organ tumors, and provides specialized care for patients receiving high-risk chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and those enrolled in clinical trials. The unit also addresses treatment-related side effects with close monitoring and individualized interventions. In addition to oncology patients, ART 7 East cares for a diverse medical-surgical population ranging from moderate to high acuity, offering a challenging and rewarding clinical environment. All nurses are required to complete the National Cancer Institute Collaborative Systemic Therapies Course within their first year to achieve chemotherapy competency, with ongoing opportunities for advanced, cancer-specific education. The unit strongly encourages specialty certification in oncology, medical-surgical nursing, and palliative care, fostering professional growth and excellence in patient-centered care.

MUSC 6 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!

7A Family Medicine: Hospital Extension U07A is an 18 Bed Medical Surgical Unit at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, South Carolina. Family medicine is similar to general medicine; we see patients over their lifetimes, past eighteen years of age, often with chronic illnesses. With this, we see more medical patients, but we have surgical patients placed on the floor in smaller numbers. Our nurses work collaboratively with the Physician team, Respiratory Therapist, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologist, Case Managers, and Social Workers to customize care for patients. These patients tend to range from moderate to high acuity. 7A offers opportunities for nurses to obtain Med-Surg certification.

As an 18-bed Medical Acute Care Unit, 7B offers excellent opportunities to develop a strong foundation as you begin your nursing career. On our unit, we specialize in Family Medicine and Internal Medicine patients, including individuals with kidney disease, sepsis, pulmonary illnesses, sickle cell disease, and dermatological disorders. Our nurses work closely with the interprofessional team of physicians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and physical therapists to provide high-quality care and achieve safe outcomes for a diverse patient population. New graduate nurses begin with a ten-week orientation process, followed by the opportunity to pursue additional education in palliative care, wound care, and leadership development. MUSC also offers great benefits as an organization as well as a robust nurse residency program. If you are looking to start your career in a fast-paced, supportive environment, we invite you to join the 7B team of dedicated healthcare professionals.   

7East Medical Acute Care Unit is a 26-bed inpatient Medical-Surgical Unit which provides care to an adult and geriatric patient population. 7East is identified as the designated research floor for the organization with national recognition for the Liberate Pulmonary Study. Other research studies, including Alzheimer’s, Renew, Melanoma, Plexifor, IV Carbamazepine, and Yohimbine, are performed regularly. 7East provides holistic care for patients with internal medicine issues of an acute and chronic nature, including but not limited to Sickle Cell Anemia, Cystic Fibrosis, Pulmonary Hypertension, Diabetes, COPD, Lupus, Sepsis, and Peritoneal Dialysis.

 8 West is a 24-bed adult inpatient mixed Neuroscience unit located on the 8th floor of the main hospital’s West wing. The unit features all private rooms, supporting patient recovery and family involvement. It serves a diverse adult neuroscience population, with a strong emphasis on neurosurgical care, including spine surgeries, brain tumor resections, and surgical stroke interventions, while also supporting the Comprehensive Spine Center. The varied patient population creates a dynamic learning environment where nurses gain experience managing patients with complex conditions receiving advanced therapies such as plasmapheresis (PLEX) and steroid treatments for disorders like Guillain-Barré syndrome, demyelinating polyneuropathies, and Myasthenia Gravis, along with select non-neurologic conditions.
8 West promotes professional growth through leadership opportunities such as RSL/CSL roles and active Shared Governance involvement. The unit is recognized for its positive culture, strong teamwork, and high nurse retention, fostering a stable and experienced clinical staff.

9 West is a 23-bed inpatient General Neurology/Medical Stroke/Epilepsy Monitoring Unit for adult and geriatric patients located in the West Wing on the ninth floor of the main hospital. All patient rooms are private, with one room designated as a reverse airflow room. Nine rooms are hard-wired to accommodate continuous epilepsy monitoring, a program unique to 9 West. The floor also manages Medical Stroke patients and general neurology patients, including diagnoses such as Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, neuromuscular diseases, seizures and strokes managed medically. 9 West supports Comprehensive Spine Center and Comprehensive Epilepsy Center programs and accreditation. We support our sister units and care for the overflow of neurosurgical patients and spine surgeries as well.

Located on the top floor of the Main Hospital, 10 West is an acute care unit that encourages integrity, teamwork, and professional development. As a 21-bed unit, we accept a range of patients, including those involved in car accidents, assaults, and traumatic falls. This high-intensity population is accompanied by elective spine surgeries and overflows from the Emergency Department and Post Anesthesia Care Unit. While technically an acute care unit, our acuity level often feels like intermediate care. The group of strong, supportive leaders and kind, welcoming staff make the most demanding days possible. If you're looking for a rewarding challenge, 10-West is a great fit for you. 

MUSC’s Orthopedic Unit is located on 10 East in the Main Hospital in beautiful downtown Charleston. 10 East is a 20-bed acute care, post-operative unit specializing in Orthopedic and Urology surgeries. Our patients seek us out for our expertise in adult reconstruction, total joint replacement, ortho trauma, ortho oncology, and urologic procedures. MUSC’s Joint Replacement program has received the Join Commission Advanced Certification for Total Hip and Knee Replacement and the Joint Commission Gold Seal Certification for Total Shoulder Replacement. The Orthopedic unit was awarded the NAON Nursing Excellence (ONE) Award, acknowledging our commitment to professionalism in nursing practice through exemplary care for patients and achievement of quality outcomes. We are always looking for qualified, compassionate care team members to join our team.

Located on the 2nd floor of the Main Hospital at MUSC’s Charleston campus, 2CIU is an innovative, 18-bed adult inpatient unit that integrates medical and psychiatric care to treat patients with co-occurring mental health and medical conditions. The unit includes a 6-bed acute medical care section and a 12-bed acute care section focused on treating patients with co-occurring medical and psychiatric health conditions, allowing for dynamic and flexible care delivery.

As a nurse on 2CIU, you'll be part of a multidisciplinary team that develops comprehensive, individualized treatment plans combining medical, psychiatric, and therapeutic interventions. This collaborative approach ensures that patients receive holistic, person-centered care.

Join a newly established unit that offers you the rare opportunity to help shape clinical practices and redefine the future of care delivery. At 2CIU, you'll be at the forefront of transforming nursing practice—driving impactful change and advancing the next generation of nursing excellence at MUSC.

3 West Cardiology is a 20-bed acute care nursing unit specializing in the care of Interventional Cardiovascular and general Cardiology patients. We work in close collaboration with the Electrophysiology (EP) team to support seamless, multidisciplinary cardiac care. The unit manages a wide range of cardiac procedures, including left and right heart catheterizations—with sheath pulls performed at the bedside—ablations, and pacemaker and defibrillator insertions. We are also a dedicated unit for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) patients and provide pre-operative care for a variety of cardiovascular procedures. In addition to procedural care, we provide comprehensive management of complex cardiac conditions, including advanced heart failure. The unit cares for patients with Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVADs) and heart transplants, and serves as the secondary unit for the Cardiothoracic (CT) Surgery population.

5W Burn Trauma Stepdown Unit is a 25 Bed Stepdown Unit at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. 5W is a unique unit at MUSC and within the state as the only Burn Stepdown unit. All nurses are trained in complex burn dressing changes and are supported by members of the Burn Team and Free-Floating Charge Nurse. Robust unit leadership supports onboarding of new graduate nurses and monitor quality metrics. Our nurses work collaboratively with the Burn Physician Team, Trauma Physician Team Respiratory Therapists, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Case Managers, and Social Workers to customize care for patients. 5W offers opportunities for nurses to obtain Med-Surg, Burn, and Trauma certifications.

Located at MUSC Health’s extension hospital, 8D EH is a 13-bed inpatient adult acute med-surg unit open 24/7. 8D EH is designed to accommodate medical and surgical patients from private hospitalists or family medicine service lines. The unit serves direct and new admissions coming into the hospital from the ED, post recovery or other inpatient units under the medical-surgical service lines with a variety of diagnoses. 8D EH is a smaller unit, supportive environment with lots of clinical ladder and leadership opportunities for new nurses! 

Located at MUSC Health’s Main Hospital, 9 Center is a nine-bed ER overflow, Admission and Holding unit open 24/7. 9Center is designed to help alleviate boarding in the Emergency Departments. The unit serves direct and new admissions coming into the hospital from the ED under the medical-surgical service lines with a variety of diagnoses. 9 Center is designated and designed for short-term treatment, observation until discharge, or next-day transfer to inpatient units.

9 East is a 23-bed Neuroscience Step-Down Unit specializing in high-acuity care for adult Neurosurgical and Neurological patients with conditions such as ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, post-operative craniotomy, seizures, and neuroendovascular procedures. Nurses on the unit manage complex interventions including arterial lines, external ventricular and lumbar drains, ICP monitoring, bedside procedures, moderate sedation, and high-alert drip titration. With a typical nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:3 or 1:4 based on acuity, 9 East is a fast-paced, collaborative, and supportive environment.

ART 7 West is a specialized 23-bed adult inpatient unit dedicated to the care of patients receiving cellular therapies, including Bone Marrow Transplant, CAR-T, TIL therapy, and other advanced hematologic treatments, as well as those being treated for Malignant Hematology conditions. The team expertly manages patients receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy, transplantation, and those enrolled in clinical trials, providing close monitoring and personalized care throughout their complex treatment journeys. All nurses complete the National Cancer Institute Collaborative Systemic Therapies Course within their first year to achieve chemotherapy competency, with ongoing opportunities for advanced cancer-specific education. ART 7 West strongly encourages specialty certification in oncology, cellular therapy, medical-surgical nursing, and palliative care, supporting professional growth while maintaining the highest standards of patient-centered care.

 4 East is a 17-bed mixed acuity Cardiothoracic Surgery Intermediate Care Unit. 4 East cares for all cardiothoracic patients both pre and post cardiac and thoracic surgery. These surgeries include but are not limited to heart transplants, lung transplants, left ventricular assist devices, coronary artery bypass grafts (CABGs), valve replacements, lobectomies, esophagectomies, and thoracotomies. The stepdown patients are staffed 1:3 while the medical surgical patients are staffed 1:4 or 1:5. They have an active Shared Governance council that is committed to the success of the unit and works hard to ensure the best quality of patient care is provided.

Where Advanced Care Meets Exceptional Teamwork. 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.

MSICU is an 18-bed unit that provides care to adult patients covering various medical and surgical patient populations. The various medical diagnoses include multi-system organ failure, hematology/oncology, pulmonary hypertension, sepsis, respiratory failure, and post lung transplants. This intensive care unit also has a sub-specialty in digestive disease and cares for patients with renal, endocrine, liver disease, GI surgery and GI hemorrhage, pancreatitis, and islet cell transplants. In addition, MSICU cares for the obstetric patients requiring ICU level of care. Staff are trained in advanced hemodynamic monitoring, continuous renal replacement therapy, ECMO, pulmonary artery catheters, and aggressive ventilator therapy.  The MSICU has earned the Silver Beacon Award.   

5 West, Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) is a 23-bed mixed acuity Heart and Vascular unit. 14 of our patient rooms are dedicated to service ICU level patients including management of swan Ganz catheters, intra-aortic balloon pumps, Impellas, ventilated patients, and CRRT. The remaining 9 beds serve intermediate level patients. The nurses on this unit can manage a-lines, lumbar drains, and titrate cardiac drips on the intermediate care patients. Our patient population consists of primarily Advance Heart Failure, Cardiology, and Vascular surgery patients. This unit functions as the stepdown unit for the Ashley River Tower offering a higher level of care for the many specialties in this building. Nurse: patient ratios range from 1:1-1:3 based on patient acuity. This highly engaged team is innovative, dynamic, and fast-paced.

The CTICU is a 21-bed Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit specializing in everything Cardiac Surgery. We care for patients post operatively after coronary bypass, valve replacements/repairs, and aortic dissection repairs. We also care for patients after thoracic surgery including esophagectomies, and pneumonectomies. We are the only heart and lung transplant center in the State and are top 5 in the nation for LVAD implantation. We care for patients that have many different methods of mechanical circulatory support i.e. intraortic balloon pumps, impellas, centrimag, and we are the only adult unit that manages VA ECMO. We are the only unit that is specialized and certified in CSU-ALS which is ACLS for post cardiac surgery. Any one of our beds can be used for emergent surgeries and procedures. Given the fast pace, and high acuity we have an extensive orientation process. There are several opportunities for professional growth, with experienced nurses expanding their skills through Rapid Response or ECMO teams and engaging in leadership through our highly active RSL/CSL roles. The unit Shared Governance is actively contributing to any practice changes and workflow improvements.  

 

 

MUSC’s Specialty Emergency Department is located in downtown Charleston's state-of-the-art Ashley River Tower. We utilize 21 private treatment spaces to serve the highly specialized needs of our patients. The defining characteristics of our staff are teamwork and innovation. We work in a fast-paced environment, taking care of patients whose acuity is almost double the national average. We specialize in Cardiothoracic Surgery, Left Ventricular Assistive Devices, Chest Pain, Vascular Surgery, Interventional Cardiology, GI Surgery, Hematology/Oncology, and Women’s Services. Come join our dynamic and diverse interdisciplinary team working together for the good of each patient.

The MUSC Adult Emergency Department is a Level 1 Trauma Center with 42 treatment areas including four trauma bays. We are a dynamic and fast-paced department that oversees more than 50,000 cases annually. With a dedicated CT scanner and an X-ray machine within our unit, we have the ability to quickly diagnose and treat our patients. We are also a Comprehensive Stroke Center, Accredited Chest Pain Center, and the Designated Burn Center for the region. With MUSC rapidly expanding across the state, we proudly serve the surrounding communities for all their acute health care needs. As a Registered Nurse within our department, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a diverse health care team that utilizes research and best practice to provide the utmost care for our patients. As a Magnet-designated hospital, there are ample opportunities to grow!

The Trauma and Burn Intensive Care Unit (STBICU) is the only combined critical care unit of it’s kind in the state of South Carolina. With a total of 16 beds. The STBICU offers advanced critical care services for both trauma and burn patients resulting from catastrophic injury. Our nursing care is facilitated by multidisciplinary teams to include but not limited to
medical staff, fellows, residents, advanced practitioners, pharmacy, respiratory, and physical therapy to address all multi-system variances. The care we provide is differentiated by nurse-to-patient ratio, the need for advanced invasive monitoring, and the use of mechanical and pharmacological life sustaining therapies (mechanical ventilation, vasopressors, hemodynamic monitoring, continuous dialysis). Nurse to patient ratio 1:1-2

The Specialty Medical ICU (SMICU) is an 18-bed intensive care unit located on the 5th floor within the historic Main Hospital. The unit cares for a diverse patient population, including those with pulmonary, renal, hepatic, gastrointestinal bleeding, endocrine, overdose, and infectious disease conditions. In the future, the SMICU will also expand its scope to include the care of fresh liver transplant patients. The SMICU serves as the designated Sharing Hope organ donor unit, playing a critical role in the coordination and management of organ donation. The unit is highly praised for its strong focus on teamwork, quality, and patient safety, which are deeply embedded in daily practice. The team’s commitment to excellence is further demonstrated by earning the AACN Silver Beacon Award. A robust Shared Governance structure supports the unit, empowering staff to have a voice in decision-making, promote professional accountability, and drive ongoing improvements in care delivery. The SMICU team is grounded in strong communication and collaboration, with a shared commitment to safe, high-quality, patient- and family-centered care. The unit is supported 24/7 by a dedicated provider team that includes advanced practice providers, a pulmonary fellow, and an attending physician, ensuring continuous expert care. The unit’s diverse patient population creates a dynamic environment where nurses continuously strengthen their clinical expertise and critical thinking skills.

As a Registered Nurse I in Adult Critical Care, you will float between several high-acuity units including the Surgical Trauma Burn ICU, Cardiac ICUs, and both Medical and Surgical ICUs in the Main Hospital and Ashley River Tower. New graduate nurses benefit from a comprehensive orientation program designed to build confidence and clinical expertise across multiple critical care environments. Throughout orientation, nurses receive individualized mentorship, dedicated leadership support, and ongoing guidance from an experienced Nursing Professional Development Specialist, ensuring a strong foundation for success in adult critical care.

As a Registered Nurse I in Pediatric Critical Care, you will float between the Pediatric and Neonatal ICUs, and Peds Heart Center. New graduate nurses benefit from a comprehensive orientation program designed to build confidence and clinical expertise across multiple critical care environments. Throughout orientation, nurses receive individualized mentorship, dedicated leadership support, and ongoing guidance from an experienced Nursing Professional Development Specialist, ensuring a strong foundation for success in pediatric critical care.

1 North Acute Care Unit is a 14-bed adult intensive care psychiatric unit located on the first floor of the Northside of the Institute of Psychiatry building. All patient rooms are semi-private and serve adult patients (18 years and older) admitted for acute crisis stabilization for a broad range of psychiatric disorders, including schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and more.

 3N is a 30-bed adult psych inpatient unit, located on the third floor of the Northside of the Institute of Psychiatry building. All patient rooms are semi private & serve adult patients (18 yrs. & over) admitted for acute crisis stabilization for a broad range of mental illness, including major depression, mood disorders, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and more.

The Main Operating Room is within a level one, academic trauma center. There are 21 ORs on the 4th floor and 3 procedure areas on the 5th floor which cover all surgical specialties, to include; Trauma, Transplant, Ortho, Neuro, ENT, GU-GYN, Robotics and Burns. The nursing teams consist of 75% Registered Nurses and 25% Certified Surgical Technologist/Licensed Practical Nurses. RNs are trained to both scrub and circulate surgical procedures. The Main OR is a busy and dynamic nurse driven, Magnet designated department that provides cutting-edge technology to the citizens of SC. 

 PACU in Main Hospital is a 20-bed unit with 24/7/365 operation care for patients of all ages and all disease process. Most surgeries include but not limited to Ortho, Transplant, Neuro, Spine, ENT, GYN, Trauma, Urology, and multiple other specialties. The unit provides care for both ambulatory surgery patients as well as inpatients. The unit also accommodates ICU patients as well as ICU crash patients and med-surg patients waiting for beds after surgery.  Often these units only hire nurses with 2 years of critical care or level 1 ED experience, but willing to train enthusiastic and motivated med-surg and new graduate nurses. BLS, ACLS and PALS required before end of orientation.

Surgical Observation Unit is a 21-bed unit that cares for Phase2 and post-op patients from the Main PACU and OR.  These patients are med-surg level of care for surgeries including General Surgery, Orthopedic, Gynecology, Urology and Endocrinology.  Each will plan to discharge same day or within 23 hours post-op.  Nurses are responsible for Phase2 anesthesia recoveries and surgery specific care to include surgery specific discharge instructions. ACLS required before end of orientation.

 Rutledge Tower Operating Room has 9 OR suites for both adult outpatient and inpatient surgical procedures and provides service to a multitude of specialties to include ENT, Oral Surgery, Adult Dentistry, Ophthalmology, Plastics, Gynecology, Urology, Pain Management, Orthopedics, Surgical Oncology, Endocrine, Colorectal, Robotics, and Minimally invasive surgeries. RT OR is open Monday -Friday until 5:00 or 7:00pm and is currently closed on weekends and major holidays. Our orientation includes training for both the circulator and scrub roles. We are a 100% bovie smoke free facility that is highly innovative and provides excellence in nursing care. 

The Rutledge Tower (RT) Preop/Holding room consists of 12 preop bays that serve 9 operating rooms.  We have a diverse adult patient population with numerous specialties. Our RNs & LPNs prep patients for surgery who often come from home (outpatients), a facility, the inpatient floor, and/or the Emergency department. Our Holding RNs/LPNs should be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment as, well as possess strong critical thinking, IV, & communication skills. Our staff works closely with the anesthesia team, surgeons & residents, OR nurses, & the PACU staff, to prepare patients for their procedure. The RT Preop/Holding room is open Monday - Friday, 0530-1700 (we are currently closed on weekends & major holidays). BLS & ACLS are required.

Ashley River Tower (ART) perioperative services are located on the fourth floor of the ART building.  The ART operating room offers adult outpatient and inpatient surgeries through various surgical service lines including general, plastics, oncology, cardiac, thoracic, heart and lung transplants, vascular, colorectal, bariatric, and robotics.  Operations are Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 7:00pm.  General, Vascular, and Cardiothoracic call teams are available to cover emergency cases prior to the posted schedule times and on the weekends.  There is 24-hour charge nurse coverage for after hours and weekends.  The clinical programs that service ART are recognized for excellence in cardiac surgery, thoracic surgery, vascular surgery, transplant surgery, as well as general and GI surgery and is nationally recognized for management of chronic pancreatitis, and bariatric surgery. MUSC’s heart and lung transplant program are certified by the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) and is the only heart and lung transplant program in South Carolina.  There are dedicated ORs for cardiac surgery that house traditional CT surgery, heart transplants, and help support the VAD program. In addition to the traditional open heart surgical procedures, MUSC’s heart and vascular center provides many innovative heart valve repair and replacement options, including the TAVR procedure. ART operating room offers many new and innovative solutions to manage and treat disease through the discipline of surgery with the highest quality of care and service.

The MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital is a pediatric level one, academic trauma center. There are eight OR suites on level 3 and two minor ORs on level 2 which cover all pediatric surgical specialties including: Trauma, Transplant, Ortho, Neuro, ENT, GU-GYN, Ophthalmology, Plastics, Dental, General Surgery, and Pediatric hearts. Our Pediatric Heart Program is recognized as #4 in the nation in the 2025 US News and World Report. The nursing teams consist of 75% Registered Nurses and 25% Certified Surgical Technologist. RNs are trained to both scrub and circulate surgical procedures. The SJCH OR is a busy and dynamic nurse driven, Magnet designated department that provides cutting-edge technology to the children of SC.

Summey pre/post covers both pediatric and adult surgical specialties that include: ENT, Orthopedics, Ophthalmology, Dental, Plastics, Urology, General Surgery, and Endoscopy. These patients as well as radiology patients needing general anesthesia are prepped and recovered on-site and discharged home same day. Prep and Recovery is open Mon-Fri 0530-1700. BLS required. ACLS and PALS required within 6 months of hire.

The MUSC Cardiac Cath Lab consists of five state-of-the-art labs plus one hybrid OR supported by a Prep and Recovery unit. We provide advanced cardiac catheterization care for heart attack, stroke and coronary artery disease, including chronic total coronary occlusion, alcohol septal ablation, patent foramen ovale and atrial septal defect. We continue to expand our Heart Failure program and are the largest transplant facility in South Carolina. MUSC Health also offers more treatment options for heart valve disease than any other center in the state, including minimally invasive TAVR, MitraClip and TEER approaches.

Ashley River Tower Endoscopy is a procedural department that serves both inpatient and outpatient procedures. We offer a wide variety of GI procedures, both general and therapeutic procedures, as well as motility specialty procedures, supporting adult, and occasional pediatric, patients. Procedures provided by the unit include, but are not limited to: screening colonoscopy, EGD, dilation for strictures, feeding tube placement, ERCP, ESWL, POEM, and EUS.  Endoscopy also includes two prep and recovery units, composed of 23 P/R bays. The general and therapeutic RN’s take call, supporting urgent and emergent endoscopy procedures, and have a team of GI Techs that reprocess the endoscopes with a process called High Level Disinfection. We mostly operate Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, with the call team supporting the urgent cases outside of normal business hours.

The EP Lab or Electrophysiology Lab, is a fast paced and highly specialized cardiac procedure department specializing in treating electrical heart disease. We utilize minimally procedures to treat a variety of conditions including but limited to, Supraventricular tachycardia, ventricular tachycardia, and bradycardia. In the EP Lab you will work with a team of professionals including Cardiac Electrophysiologists, Anesthesiologists, Nurse Anesthetists, and Radiologic Technologists. This is a procedure area that utilizes technology and innovation to help treat the complex needs of our patient population. We have 3 invasive procedure labs and one non-invasive procedure room where staff assist physicians as a circulator, scrub nurse and procedure monitor. The ideal candidate would have a cardiac background with critical care, cardiac step-down, or emergency room experience preferred but not required.

The MUSC Orangeburg Emergency Department is a Level III Trauma Center with 43 treatment areas. We proudly serve the surrounding communities of Orangeburg, Calhoun, Bamberg, and Barnwell counties for all their acute healthcare needs. As a Registered Nurse within our department, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a diverse healthcare team that utilizes research and best practice to provide the utmost care for our patients.

The Telemetry unit of MUSC Orangeburg location is a 45-bed remote telemetry, stroke certified unit treating acutely ill patients with medical problems related to renal disease, cardiac disease, respiratory disease, and other medical issues including post-surgical and dialysis patients. We value teamwork and strive to give the best possible care to each patient.

3 West, the Medical/Telemetry unit of MUSC Orangeburg location is a 30-bed medical unit with remote telemetry treating acutely ill patients with medical problems related to renal disease, cardiac disease, respiratory disease, and other medical issues including post-surgical and dialysis patients. We value teamwork and strive to give the best possible care to each patient.

The MUSC Orangeburg Stepdown is a 15-bed adult intermediate care unit treating acutely ill patients with medical problems related to renal disease, cardiac disease, respiratory disease, and other medical issues including post-surgical and dialysis patients. The stepdown unit requires BLS upon hire and ACLS within 6 months of hire. Nurses on this unit manage medication drips such as insulin and cardiac medications per physician orders. NIHSS certification required after hire.