Licensed Practical Nurse LPN- Heart and Vascular (DT Columbia)

Medical University of South Carolina•Columbia, SC

About The Position

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, The LPN 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, obtaining surgical clearance, prior authorizations, formulation of plans for patient care, and participates with evaluation of outcomes of nursing actions. 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 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.

Requirements

Graduation from a recognized Licensed Practical Nursing program
Licensed as an LPN within the state of South Carolina or a compact state
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
Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS) and Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required

Nice To Haves

One year of LPN experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all identified nursing care behaviors within his/her span of control during his/her tour of duty
Assists with data collection, obtaining surgical clearance, prior authorizations, formulation of plans for patient care
Participates with evaluation of outcomes of nursing actions
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 to expedite appropriate care and treatment
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
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