Mobility Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - PRN

Medical University of South Carolina; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Mobility LPN to support patient mobility activities, including ambulation and transfers. The role requires a graduate of a practical Nurse program, current LPN license in South Carolina, and a minimum of one year’s patient-care experience. Responsibilities include maintaining mobility documentation and ensuring patient-centered care. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills and commitment to quality care. Opportunities for shift work and overtime may be available.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of patient-care work experience in a health-care facility.
• Current CPR card (American Heart Association BLS or American Red Cross BLS) required.
• Demonstrated ability to perform multi-skilled activities to support patient mobility.

Responsibilities

• Support patient mobility activities including ambulation and transfers.
• Maintain mobility documentation and update patient mobility levels.
• Assist patients with exercises or functional activities.

Skills

Patient-centered care philosophy

Effective communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Education

Graduate of a practical Nurse program

Licensed as an LPN in South Carolina or compact state

Current Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Job Summary

Mobility LPN reports to the Divisional Director of Clinical Excellence. Under supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs multi‑skilled activities to support patient mobility, including ambulation, transfers to/from chair, assisting patients in practicing exercises or functional activities, and total lifts to a chair using lift equipment to achieve desired outcomes. Responsible for updating the highest level of mobility performed each shift for assigned patients and updating mobility documentation (e.g., AM‑PAC scores).

Requirements

• Graduate of a practical Nurse program and successful completion of the LPN NCLEX.
• Minimum one year of patient‑care work experience in a health‑care facility.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Licensed as an LPN in South Carolina or a compact state.
• Current CPR card (American Heart Association BLS or American Red Cross BLS) required.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient‑centered care philosophy, effective communication skills, professional demeanor, and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Computer literate.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform job functions while standing, sitting, walking; climb stairs (infrequent); work indoors and outdoors in temperature extremes (infrequent); work from elevated areas (frequent) and confined/cramped spaces (frequent); kneel; bend; twist; squat; pinching operations; gross motor activities with fingers and hands; firm grasping; fine manipulation; reach overhead; repetitive motions with hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders.
• Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination; reach in all directions; lift and carry 50 lbs unassisted; lift/lower 50 lbs objects from the floor to 36 in unassisted; lift from 36 in to overhead 25 lbs; exert up to 50 lbs of force. Examples: transferring a 100 lb patient requires 50 lbs of force; each additional 100 lb requires assistance; 20 lbs of force needed to push a 400 lb patient in a wheelchair on carpet; 25 lbs of force required to push a stretcher with one hand.
• Maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one or both eyes. Visual acuity: recognize objects close at hand or at a distance, discriminate between colors, determine distance/relationship between objects, depth perception, and good peripheral vision. Maintain hearing acuity with correction.
• Deal effectively with stressful situations; work rotating shifts and overtime as required; work in a latex‑safe environment; maintain tactile sensory functions.
• Selected positions: maintain good olfactory sensory function; be physically qualified for respirator use initially and as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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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