Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) MUSC Mullins Nursing Center - PRN

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); Mullins (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) seeks an experienced LPN for PRN skilled nursing care. You will provide patient and family-centered care, support clinical staff, and document care and vital signs in the medical record.

Required are six months of patient care experience, SC or compact licensure, and current CPR/BLS certification, with strong communication and interpersonal skills. The role may involve working with team members and ensuring high-quality guest relations.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Current CPR card is required; BLS for Healthcare Providers or Red Cross Professional Rescuer.
• Must communicate effectively and demonstrate commitment to patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient/family centered care and acts as partner and adviser to patients and families.
• Assists medical staff with preparation, examination, and procedures, including interviewing patients and recording vital signs.
• Documents all patient care in the medical record according to center policies.
• Screens patients via telephone and in-person assessments and documents findings.
• Prioritizes and documents patient calls regarding medications or conditions and coordinates with providers.
• Cleans and stocks examination rooms and related supply areas.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Education

LPN licensed in SC or compact state

Practical Nurse program graduate

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Description Summary

Awesome PRN opportunity for an experienced LPN interested in skilled nursing. Eligible to participate in the State Retirement Program.

Entity: Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type: Employee

Worker Sub-Type: PRN

Cost Center: CC001675 MAR - Standard Care Hall 2 (MNH)

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Pay Grade: Health-25

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 8

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!

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