Licensed Practical Nurse (MCP)

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

CC004977 MCP - Primary Care Bridgemill

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-25

Scheduled Weekly Hours

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" to overhead 25 lbs. Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. Examples include: To transfer a 100 lb. patient that cannot assist in the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force. For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from another healthcare worker. 20 lbs. of force are needed to push a 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25 lbs. of force are required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand. Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. Ability to match or discriminate between colors. Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. Ability to work rotating shifts. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to work in a latex safe environment. Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. * *Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. * *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required.

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

The 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.

Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

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