Charleston Outpatient Float LPN II

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

17h

About The Position

The LPN II assists medical staff with patient preparation, examinations, and procedures. Duties include interviewing and screening patients to obtain personal information and chief complaints, documenting records, and measuring vital signs. The position performs telephone and in-person screenings, records and reports findings relevant to patients’ health status and plans of care, and documents consistently and accurately according to approved policies and procedures. It also involves prioritizing and documenting incoming patient calls about medications and medical conditions, consulting providers as needed regarding orders or changes, and cleaning and stocking examination rooms and supply areas. All care delivered must be documented in the medical record according to medical center policy.

The role provides patient- and family-centered care, supporting patients and families in managing their health care while respecting their culture, values, individual needs, health goals, and treatment preferences. The LPN applies critical reasoning, clinical judgment, and critical thinking within the scope of practice, knowledge, competency, and experience to help expedite appropriate care, including for patients with complex or potentially life-threatening conditions.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Practical Nurse program.
• At least six months of patient care experience.
• Licensed as an LPN in South Carolina or a compact state.
• Current CPR/BLS credential: American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers or an American Red Cross Professional Rescuer card; the description also specifies current AHA BLS or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient-centered care, effective communication, professional demeanor, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability and motivation to articulate and support the department’s philosophy of excellent guest relations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Assist medical staff with patient preparation, examinations, and procedures.
• Interview and screen patients to obtain personal data and chief complaints; document records and vital signs.
• Perform telephone and in-person screenings.
• Record and report patient findings relevant to health status or the plan of care, documenting accurately and consistently in accordance with approved policies and procedures.
• Prioritize and document incoming patient calls concerning medications and medical conditions; review with a provider as needed for orders or changes.
• Clean and stock examination rooms and/or other supply areas.
• Document all delivered patient care in the medical record according to medical center policy.
• Provide patient- and family-centered care, supporting patients and families in managing their health care while respecting their culture, values, needs, goals, and treatment preferences.
• Use critical reasoning, clinical judgment, and critical thinking within the scope of practice to help expedite appropriate care and treatment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree