Clinic LPN - 12 Week Contract

Interim HealthCare; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Mileage Reimbursement

Insperity Perks

Job summary

Interim HealthCare in South Carolina is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a 12-week contract to deliver direct patient care in a clinic setting under RN supervision. You will assist with care coordination, monitor patient conditions, and maintain documentation.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited LPN program, SC license/compact, at least 1 year of nursing experience (home health/geriatrics preferred), CPR/BLS, valid driver’s license, immunizations, and ability to pass

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing program required.
• Current LPN License required - South Carolina License/Compact License in good standing.
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience required; home health, long-term care, geriatrics, or managed care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Rooms participants for appointments, obtains vital signs, and prepares them for examination and treatment.
• Performs blood glucose checks, documents results, and reports abnormal findings.
• Performs medication reconciliation by reviewing and updating medication lists and communicating concerns to the provider.
• Assists with triage within LPN scope and protocols, escalates concerns as needed.
• Maintains accurate documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and communicates updates to the team.
• Monitors participant health status and reports changes to providers.
• Assists with care coordination activities and supports care planning and implementation.
• Participates in utilization reviews, quality improvement projects, and team meetings.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Documentation

Education

Graduation from LPN program

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - 12 Week Contract

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a 12-week contract to deliver high-quality care to patients. This role involves providing direct patient care primarily in aclinic setting under the direction of the Registered Nurse and team. The LPN will assist with clinical care coordination, monitor patient conditions, and support the delivery of patient-centered care while maintaining the highest standards of nursing practice.

As a Licensed Practical Nurse, here's a big picture view of what you'll do:

• Rooms participants for appointments, obtains vital signs, and prepares them for examination and treatment.
• Performs blood glucose checks, documents results, and promptly reports abnormal findings to the appropriate healthcare provider.
• Performs medication reconciliation by reviewing and updating medication lists, identifying discrepancies, and communicating concerns to the appropriate healthcare provider.
• Assists with triage within the scope of LPN practice and established protocols, gathers relevant information, and promptly escalates concerns to the Registered Nurse or healthcare provider.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of participant care, treatments, observations, and communications in the electronic medical record.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships and communication with co-workers, participants and their families/significant others, and members of the community.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and communicates relevant participant updates to the team.
• Monitors participant health status and promptly reports changes in condition to the appropriate healthcare provider.
• Assists with care coordination activities and supports participant care planning and implementation.
• Participates in utilization review activities, quality improvement projects, and team meetings as assigned.
• Follows all Program Policies and Procedures and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety guidelines.
• Protects privacy and maintains confidentiality of all company procedures and information about employees, participants, and families.
• Practices standard precautions and follows Program Infection Control protocols.
• Performs other duties as required or requested.

Our Licensed Practical Nurse enjoys some notable benefits:

• Competitive Pay: $33.00 per hour
• Mileage Reimbursement: 76 cents per mile (if needed in field)
• Weekly Pay
• Insperity Perks: Earned Wage Access, Banking and Card Member Discounts, Cashback, and More

A few must-haves for our Licensed Practical Nurse:

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program required.
• Current LPN License required - South Carolina License/Compact License in good standing.
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience required; home health, long-term care, geriatrics, or managed care experience preferred.
• Experience working with a frail or elderly population preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and documentation skills.
• Must provide a valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Ability to pass drug screening and background checks.
• Up-to-date required immunizations (Tdap, MMR, Varicella, Flu) and physical exam or statement of good health.
• Must meet all applicable health and physical requirements necessary to safely provide patient care.

Why Work for Interim HealthCare?

Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of Registered Nurses (RNs). Operating through 300+ offices, our commitment to nurses is expressed through our passion to put patients first; a culture that values and appreciates nurses; and our ongoing efforts to advocate for nurses in ways that elevate their profession and reward their sacrificial work. Join a nationwide network of nurses who have rediscovered the passion that led them to nursing.

Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.