Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) II - University Internal Medicine Clinic

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide patient- and family-centered care in the University Internal Medicine division. You will assist physicians, document vital signs, perform screenings, and support care plans while maintaining accurate records in the medical chart.

Responsibilities include prioritizing patient calls, preparing exam rooms, and ensuring cleanliness of supply areas; strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Practical Nurse program with six months of patient care experience.
• Licensed as an LPN in South Carolina or a compact state.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient/family centered care and supports care plans.
• Assists medical staff with preparation, examinations and procedures.
• Documents vital signs, screenings and patient data in medical records.
• Prioritizes and documents patient calls and medication queries.
• Cleans and stocks examination rooms and maintains supply areas.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Critical thinking

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse program (LPN)

Job description

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Job Description Summary

Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000741 CHS - University Internal Medicine (RT)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-25

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

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 patients 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.

Additional Job Description

Graduate from an accredited Practical Nurse program with six months of patient care experience required. Licensed as an LPN within the state of South Carolina or a compact state. A current CPR card is required; either an American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers card or an American Red Cross Professional Rescuer card. Ability to demonstrate commitment to patient centered care philosophy as evidenced by effective communications skills, professional demeanor, and excellent interpersonal skills. Ability and motivation to articulate and support departmental philosophy of excellent guest relations. Must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Must be computer literate. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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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