License Practical Nurse (MCP)

C018 MUSC Community Physicians (MCP); United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan

Paid time off and extended sick leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible schedule options

Job summary

MUSC Community Physicians (MCP) seeks an LPN to deliver patient-centered nursing care under RN supervision within the rural health network across South Carolina.

You will assist with data collection, care planning, and evaluation of outcomes; perform screenings and vital signs; document in the medical record; and support daily exam-room operations and patient care delivery.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an LPN program and state licensure in SC or a compact state.
• One year of LPN experience preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient/family centered care and supports treatment plans under RN supervision.
• Assists with patient interviews, screenings, vital signs, and documentation.
• Prioritizes patient telephone calls and communicates changes to the provider as needed.
• Cleans and stocks examination rooms and maintains clinical areas.
• Documents all patient care in the medical record per policy.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

LPN license (SC or compact state)

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Job Description Summary MUSC Community Physicians (MCP) is an entity within the Medical University of South Carolina that provides healthcare to patients within the rural health network throughout the state of South Carolina. Under the direction of a registered nurse is responsible for all identified nursing care behaviors within his/her span of control during his/her tour of duty and is accountable to the Charge Nurse and/or designated individual. The LPN participates in the care of a defined patient population. The LPN assists with data collection, formulation of plans for patient care, and participates with evaluation of outcomes of nursing actions. Entity MUSC Community Physicians (MCP) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Cost Center CC001814 MCP - Kershaw Advcd Uro & Wmns Hlth Ctr Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-24 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift

Job Description

• Provides patient/family centered care, acting as partner and adviser, assists and supports patients and families to optimally manage their health care, respecting their culture and values, individual needs, health goals and treatment preferences. Applies critical reasoning and astute clinical judgment in order to expedite appropriate care and treatment, especially given that the patient may be present with complex problems or potentially life‑threatening conditions. Uses critical thinking in clinical problem‑solving relative to the scope of practice, knowledge, competency, and experience.
• Assists medical staff with preparation, examination, and procedure to include interviewing/screening patients to obtain personal data and chief complaint, documentation for records, and vital signs. Performs telephone and in‑person screenings. Participates in recording and reporting responsibilities; documents findings relevant to patient’s health care status or plan of care, documents accurately and consistently in accordance with approved policies/procedures.
• Prioritizes and documents patient incoming phone calls, as assigned, regarding medications, medical conditions, and reviews with provider as needed for orders or changes.
• Cleans and stocks examination rooms and/or other supply areas.
• Documents all patient care delivered in the medical record according to the medical center policy.

Minimum Education and Experiences

• Graduation from a recognized Licensed Practical Nursing program and licensed as an LPN within the state of South Carolina or a compact state.
• One year of LPN experience preferred.
• 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.

Additional Job Description Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan
• Paid time off and extended sick leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Disability insurance plan options
• Continuous professional and clinical training
• Competitive pay
• Annual Merit Increase
• Wellbeing resources
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee perks and discounts
• Employee referral program
• Flexible schedule options
• Certification incentive program

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform job functions while standing and sitting.
• Ability to perform job functions while walking and climb stairs.
• Ability to work from elevated areas.
• Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces.
• Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions.
• Ability to bend and twist at the waist.
• Ability to squat and perform job functions.
• Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands.
• Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands.
• Ability to reach overhead.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders.
• Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination.
• Ability to reach in all directions.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted.
• Ability to lift from 36