Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Description Summary

Caring Hearts, and Healing Hands. We are looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our TEAM in a PRN position.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

PRN

Cost Center

CC000121 CHE - Chester Nursing Home (CNH)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-23

Scheduled Weekly Hours

8

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Job Description

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 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 complaints, 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 under approved policies/procedures. Prioritizes and documents incoming phone calls, as assigned, regarding medications, and medical conditions, and reviews with providers 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.

PRN Status Clause:

This is a PRN as-needed position, you must be available to work at least 12 hours bi-weekly, as needed according to departmental demands. You may be required to work additional hours if requested by your supervisor to accomplish work objectives. Work hours may vary (increase or decrease) depending on the needs of the unit.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Training and Education: Graduate from a recognized Licensed Practical Nursing program and one year of LPN experience. 

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations: Graduated from a recognized Licensed Practical Nursing program and licensed as an LPN within the state of South Carolina or a compact state. One year of LPN experience preferred. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) with American Heart Association (AHA) 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.

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