Licensed Practical Nurse, Non-Institutional
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse, Non-Institutional works under direct supervision at the Waccamaw Center for Mental Health's South Strand Office in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The role performs medical assistant duties and collaborates with staff, physicians, nurses, and front-office personnel to provide high-quality patient care. The nurse provides direct patient care, coordinates medical appointments and medication assistance activities, supports clinical and business-office workflows, and maintains accurate medical records in accordance with applicable state, federal, local, agency, quality-assurance, corporate-compliance, and CARF standards.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
- Successful completion of an approved nursing education program for professional nursing, or an equivalent course of study from an approved nursing education program under Section 40-33-32 of the South Carolina Nurse Licensure Act.
- Ability to assist physicians and nurses in supporting quality patient care, streamlining clinical workflows, and enhancing patient safety.
- Ability to bend, stoop, walk, sit, stand, reach, carry, and lift up to 40 pounds.
- Ability to hear at normal volume and communicate with patients.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual ability in English and Spanish or another language.
- Experience working in a mental health setting.
- Knowledge of practical nursing procedures and ability to make accurate technical and physical observations of patients.
- Skills in coordinating services with other health and community organizations.
- Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with patients and families.
- Knowledge of services provided in a comprehensive mental health program serving children, families, and adults.
Responsibilities
- Administer direct patient care, including injections and measuring vital signs such as weight, blood pressure, height, and pulse, according to physician and nurse orders.
- Conduct patient screenings, including COVID-19 protocols, and manage telehealth room logistics.
- Coordinate medical appointments and manage scheduling workflows.
- Serve as Patient Assistance Program Coordinator, managing medication assistance paperwork and compliance from start to finish.
- Oversee incoming Patient Assistance Program medication inventory, including logging shipments, reviewing client prescriptions, and coordinating patient pick-ups.
- Organize and maintain the medication storage room to support safety and efficiency.
- Process prior authorization requests and collaborate with physicians to resolve complex medication approvals.
- Cross-train in Business Office operations to provide coverage and make patient appointment reminder calls.
- Maintain precise medical records and chart documentation in accordance with State, Federal, Local, BHDD, WCMH, Quality Assurance, Corporate Compliance, and CARF standards.
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
- 15 days of annual (vacation) leave per year.
- 15 days of sick leave per year.
- 13 paid holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program available.
- Retirement benefit choices through the State Retirement Plan (SCRS) or State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP); enrollment in one listed plan is required for FTE employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
