Licensed Practical Nurse

Medical University of South Carolina•Joffre, PA

About The Position

MUSC Community Physicians is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide patient-centered care within South Carolina’s rural health network. Under the supervision of a registered nurse, the LPN supports a defined patient population by assisting with data collection, care planning, and evaluation of outcomes. Responsibilities include clinical support during exams and procedures, patient screening (in person and by phone), vital signs, documentation, medication-related calls, and maintaining exam rooms. The role requires graduation from an accredited practical nursing program, active LPN licensure in South Carolina or a compact state, and current BLS certification. The position involves significant physical activity, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, adaptability to varied environments, and the capacity to work under stress, rotating shifts, and occasional overtime. MUSC Community Physicians (MCP) is an entity within the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) that provides healthcare to patients within the rural health network throughout the state of South Carolina. Under the direction of a registered nurse, 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, formulation of plans for patient care, and participates in the 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 in order 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 patients' 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. Graduate from an accredited Practical Nurse program. Licensed as an LPN within the state of South Carolina or a compact state. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees Thank you for wanting to be part of the Medical University of South Carolina team. Whether you want to teach the next generation of health care leaders, innovate new business models, discover the next breakthrough or provide patient care, there's a role for you that fuels your passion and takes advantage of your skills. There are career opportunities available in academics, research, hospital medicine, physician practices and support services, from patient billing to IT. As an applicant, you can search jobs for all MUSC entities as well as search by category and location. MUSC attracts more than $250 million annually in research funding, making it the biggest magnet for biomedical, extramural research dollars of all institutions of higher learning in South Carolina. The Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) Program aims to advance clinical and translational science to increase the speed at which new treatments become available to patients. MUSC Health, the clinical enterprise, operates a 750 bed medical center, which includes a nationally recognized Children’s Hospital, the Ashley River Tower (cardiovascular, digestive disease, and surgical oncology), Hollings Cancer Center (one of fewer than 70 elite National Cancer Institute designated centers), a Level I Trauma Center and the Institute of Psychiatry. In addition, there are more than 100 outreach clinics, hospital/health system affiliations, and telehealth sites. U.S. News & World Report placed us among the top one percent of all American hospitals, with 11 specialties in the top 50. The MUSC Medical Center is also one of only three Magnet® designated hospitals in South Carolina.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited Practical Nurse program
Licensed as an LPN within the state of South Carolina or a compact state.
Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required
Ability to perform job functions while standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs, and working in confined spaces or elevated areas.
Must be able to bend, twist, squat, kneel (infrequently), and reach in all directions, including overhead.
Requires fine and gross motor skills including pinching, grasping, manipulation, and repetitive motions with hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders.
Ability to maintain balance and coordination using both lower extremities.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. unassisted (infrequently), including lifting/lowering from floor to overhead.
Requires exerting up to 50 lbs. of force (e.g., assisting patients, pushing wheelchairs/stretchers).
Must tolerate working indoors and occasionally outdoors in temperature extremes.
Visual requirements include 20/40 corrected vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and color discrimination.
Must maintain hearing acuity (with correction) and tactile sensory function.
Ability to handle stressful situations, work rotating shifts and overtime, and function in a latex-safe environment.

Responsibilities

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 in order 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 patients' 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.

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