Licensed Practical Nurse - HCDC-4

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

MUSC Community Physicians (MCP) is an entity within MUSC that provides healthcare to patients throughout the state of South Carolina. Under the direction of a registered nurse, the LPN is responsible for all identified nursing care behaviors during their tour of duty and participates in the care of a defined patient population within a secure correctional healthcare environment.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Practical Nurse program.
• Licensed as an LPN in South Carolina or a compact state.
• A current CPR card is required (AHA BLS or Red Cross Professional Rescuer)

Responsibilities

• Provides patient/family centered care, acting as partner and adviser, assisting patients to optimally manage their health care while respecting individual needs, values, and preferences.
• Applies critical reasoning and astute clinical judgment to expedite appropriate care and treatment.
• Uses critical thinking in clinical problem-solving relative to scope of practice, knowledge, competency, and experience.
• Assists medical staff with preparation, examination, and procedures, including interviewing/screening patients, documenting findings, and obtaining vital signs.
• Performs telephone and in-person screenings.
• Participates in documentation and reporting responsibilities, prioritizes patient calls, and cleans/stocks exam rooms.
• Performing nursing care for inmates/detainees in accordance with facility rules and security procedures.
• Conducting medical intake screenings when needed during booking or admission.
• Responding to medical emergencies inside the secure perimeter.
• Working with correctional officers to ensure safe movement of inmates to and from the medical unit.
• Maintaining control of sharps, medications, and medical equipment per correctional safety standards.
• Providing care in environments that may include locked cells, exam rooms, segregation units, and intake/booking areas.
• Maintaining required professionalism, boundaries, and awareness at all times.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan
• Paid time off and extended sick leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Disability insurance plan options
• Continuous professional and clinical training
• Competitive pay
• Annual Merit Increase
• Wellbeing resources
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee perks and discounts
• Employee referral program
• Flexible schedule options
• Certification incentive program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees