Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Conway, SC

Health Care Partners•Conway, SC

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides high-quality, patient-centered nursing care under the direction of a physician, advanced practice provider, or Registered Nurse, in accordance with the South Carolina Nurse Practice Act. The role includes assessing patient needs, providing direct care, assisting with examinations and procedures, administering medications and treatments, coordinating care, and educating patients and families. The LPN supports the mission of Health Care Partners of South Carolina and helps promote positive health outcomes in the communities it serves. The position also supports quality improvement and clinic operations, maintains patient confidentiality and safe clinical environments, responds to emergencies according to established protocols, and collaborates with providers and interdisciplinary care teams. Travel between Health Care Partners of South Carolina clinic locations may be needed.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
Current, unrestricted South Carolina Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Knowledge of practical nursing principles, clinical procedures, medication administration, and infection prevention practices.
Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and ability to maintain the confidentiality, security, and integrity of patient information.
Strong assessment, organizational, and critical thinking skills, including the ability to prioritize patient care in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to compassionate, culturally competent, patient-centered care.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
Ability to exercise sound clinical judgment, respond appropriately in emergency situations, and establish effective working relationships with patients, providers, leadership, and coworkers.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of clinical nursing experience in a physician practice, outpatient clinic, community health center, or similar healthcare setting.
Experience working in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) or community health center.
Experience using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for examination by obtaining and documenting medical histories, chief complaints, vital signs, and other clinical information in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
Assess patient needs through observation, communication, physical assessment, telephone triage, and review of diagnostic information, and report significant findings to the provider or Registered Nurse.
Provide direct patient care, including assessments, treatments, medication administration, immunizations, injections, wound care, dressing changes, and other nursing procedures within the LPN scope of practice.
Perform clinical procedures including specimen collection, electrocardiograms (EKGs), point-of-care testing, inhalation treatments, and other delegated duties as appropriate.
Assist physicians and advanced practice providers with examinations, treatments, and minor procedures.
Educate patients and families regarding medications, preventive care, chronic disease management, treatment plans, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Coordinate laboratory testing, referrals, diagnostic procedures, and follow-up appointments as directed by the provider.
Conduct telephone triage and follow-up calls, provide appropriate guidance within the scope of practice, and escalate concerns to the provider when necessary.
Document patient assessments, treatments, communications, and clinical activities accurately and promptly in the EHR.
Support quality improvement initiatives by participating in chart audits, quality assurance activities, and organizational initiatives, including HRSA Uniform Data System (UDS) measures.
Maintain examination rooms, medical equipment, and clinical supplies in compliance with OSHA, infection prevention, and safety standards.
Monitor medical supplies, medications, and vaccines for inventory levels and expiration dates, and notify appropriate personnel of equipment or supply needs.
Maintain patient confidentiality and protect health information in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policies.
Respond appropriately to medical emergencies by following established clinical protocols.
Collaborate with providers, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary care teams to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.
Participate in required trainings, continuing education, staff meetings, and organizational quality improvement initiatives.
Travel between Health Care Partners of South Carolina clinic locations as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.