LPN/LVN Cardiology

UHS•Aiken, SC

About The Position

Aiken Physicians Alliance is affiliated with Aiken Regional Medical Centers, a 273-bed acute care facility offering a comprehensive range of specialties and services. Aiken Regional Medical Center has been ranked a top hospital in South Carolina by the Carolina Center for Medical Excellence for its treatment of heart attack, heart failure and pneumonia and has been recognized as an “A” rated facility by the Leapfrog Group. Aiken Physicians Alliance provides dedicated primary and specialty care for you and your family. Our family medicine providers are devoted to treating the whole person and provide comprehensive care for people of all ages. Our specialists are highly trained and experienced and work as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide care to patients. Aiken Physicians Alliance offers Primary Care, Cardiology, General Surgery, Gastroenterology, Orthopedics, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Pulmonology and Urology Care. You will work with a Care Team of physicians, advanced practitioners and staff providing compassionate and quality care. We have a welcoming environment and believe in strong team engagement. Website: www.aikenphysicians.com This position is responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care duties which include assisting in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Interviewing patients, measuring vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), venipuncture and procedure as directed by the physician. Documentation is recorded in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with IPM guideline. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. Assists in covering the front desk as required. Executes prescribed treatments and medical interventions, administers prescribed medications, and monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response. Delegates as allowed under the Nurse Practice Act. Refers to and consults with physicians, other health providers, and community resources to prevent/resolve problems or concerns. Educates patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions

Requirements

Completion of LPN/LVN nursing training from an accredited school of nursing.
Minimum of one (1) year college or Technical School.
Current BLS/CPR certification required.
Current state registered license for LPN/LVN
Minimum of one (1) year working as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse required.
General medical office procedures
Proficiency in basic computer programs and operating systems, such as Microsoft Office
Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
Must be able to perform courteously and professionally in all interactions

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree preferred.
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Performing a wide variety of patient care duties which include assisting in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician.
Interviewing patients, measuring vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), venipuncture and procedure as directed by the physician.
Documentation is recorded in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with IPM guideline.
Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.
Assists in covering the front desk as required.
Executes prescribed treatments and medical interventions, administers prescribed medications, and monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response.
Delegates as allowed under the Nurse Practice Act.
Refers to and consults with physicians, other health providers, and community resources to prevent/resolve problems or concerns.
Educates patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions