Licensed Practical Nurse | Charge

Medical University of South Carolina • Chester, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, provides professional nursing care to patients of all ages through the use of the nursing process and through promotion, maintenance and teaching. Responsible for compliance with overall nursing practice standards of the specialty area. Notifies the Director of any problems in the unit. Takes charge of unit as needed (with appropriate competency). Is responsible for getting to work for scheduled shifts in the event of inclement weather. Uses established principles of delegation and supervision to direct the activities of all licensed and non-licensed care givers and support staff in the delivery of patient care during their assigned shift. Uses independent judgment to ensure optimal delivery of patient care and appropriate use of available resources.

Requirements

• Graduate from a recognized Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• Licensed as an LPN with the state of South Carolina or a compact state.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) with the American Heart Association (AHA).

Responsibilities

• Provides professional nursing care to patients of all ages through the nursing process.
• Promotes, maintains, and teaches health.
• Ensures compliance with nursing practice standards.
• Notifies the Director of any problems in the unit.
• Takes charge of the unit as needed.
• Ensures ability to get to work for scheduled shifts during inclement weather.
• Delegates and supervises licensed and non-licensed care givers and support staff.
• Ensures optimal delivery of patient care and appropriate use of resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree