Licensed Practical Nurse II

Medical University of South Carolina

About The Position

MUSC Community Physicians (MCP), an entity within the Medical University of South Carolina, provides healthcare to patients in South Carolina’s rural health network. Under the direction of a registered nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse II is responsible for identified nursing care activities within their scope during their tour of duty and is accountable to the Charge Nurse and/or designated individual. The LPN participates in care for a defined patient population, assists with collecting data and formulating care plans, and contributes to evaluation of nursing outcomes. The role provides patient- and family-centered care, supporting patients and families in managing their healthcare while respecting their culture, values, needs, goals, and treatment preferences. The LPN applies clinical reasoning and judgment within their scope of practice, knowledge, competency, and experience, including when patients present with complex or potentially life-threatening conditions. The position assists medical staff with patient preparation, examinations, and procedures, conducts screenings, documents patient care, and helps maintain examination rooms and supply areas.

Requirements

Graduate from a recognized Licensed Practical Nursing program.
Hold an LPN license in South Carolina or a compact state.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) for Healthcare Providers or an AHA-recognized equivalent, or American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Nice To Haves

One year of LPN experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide patient- and family-centered care and support patients and families in managing their healthcare.
Participate in care for a defined patient population under the direction of a registered nurse.
Assist with data collection and formulation of patient care plans, and participate in evaluating outcomes of nursing actions.
Apply critical reasoning and clinical judgment within the scope of practice, knowledge, competency, and experience.
Assist medical staff with patient preparation, examinations, and procedures.
Interview and screen patients to obtain personal data and chief complaints; document information for records and obtain vital signs.
Conduct telephone and in-person screenings.
Record and report patient information, documenting findings relevant to health status or the plan of care accurately and consistently in accordance with approved policies and procedures.
Prioritize and document incoming patient phone calls about medications and medical conditions, reviewing them with a provider as needed for orders or changes.
Clean and stock examination rooms and other supply areas.
Document all delivered patient care in the medical record according to medical center policy.