MUSCP - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Neurology, Neurosurgery & Plastic Surgery Clinics - MUSC Health East in Mount Pleasant

Medical University of South Carolina•Mount Pleasant, SC

21d•Onsite

About The Position

Come join the team that’s Changing What’s Possible at MUSC Health East, located in the heart of Mt. Pleasant at 1600 Midtown Avenue.  We are a large outpatient clinic with over 20 different specialties.  Enjoy a routine daytime schedule with no evenings, weekends or holidays and free parking on site. This position is located primarily in the Neurology, Neurosurgery & Plastic Surgery Departments. Our team is comprised of RNs, LPNs, CMAs and PCTs, all working together with our providers to make a difference in the lives of our patients. Our ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with a positive attitude and a passion for providing excellent patient care. Be part of a team where your ideas are valued, your contributions are celebrated, and your potential is limitless. MUSC Health East is a great place to grow with tuition reimbursement, clinical ladder and opportunities for cross-training to multiple specialties. Apply today to find out more about joining this wonderful team!

Requirements

LPN I Minimum Training and Education: Graduate from an accredited Practical Nurse program.
Licensed as an LPN within the state of South Carolina or a compact state.
LPN Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations: Current South Carolina LPN License or compact state license.
Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Responsibilities

Ensures accurate calibrations, cleaning and scheduled maintenance of clinical/lab equipment as required by OSHA, DHEC and UMA; tracked by documentation.
Maintains and reviews patient records, charts and any other pertinent information, communicating as appropriate. Document test and exam results.
Communicates plan of care to the patient including formal development of patient education materials as necessary.
Maintains exam room supplies, instruments and cleanliness of patient care environment, as required by OSHA, DHEC and UMA.
Maintains timely flow of patient, assists with scheduling of appointments and referrals based on urgency and availability.
Screens patients for appropriate information and provides patient education as appropriate for diagnosis and treatment.
Observes, records and reports patient's physical and psychosocial condition, reactions to medication and treatments to physician.
Responds to and triages phone calls. Call in orders appropriately as ordered by physician.
Instructs patient, as ordered by the physician, regarding treatment and/or medication.
Responsible for monitoring and distribution of medication including samples and controlled substances.
Triages patients and prepares for physician exams and procedures.
Assists with exam, procedures and treatments as necessary.
Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.
Administers prescribed treatments and tests as ordered by the physician.