Licensed Practical Nurse II- Chemotherapy Infusion Clinic

Job Description Summary

The Infusion Nurse in Hollings Clinics reports to the Unit Manager. Under general supervision, the Infusion Nurse provides individualized, goal‑directed patient care to families and patients at the competent level utilizing the principles and practices of the nursing process; delivers safe and effective care and interacts with other members of the health care team to achieve desired outcomes.

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Employee

Regular

CC000356 CHS - Hollings Chemotherapy (Main)

Hourly

Health‑25

40

Day (United States of America)

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 with six months of patient care experience required. Licensed as an LPN within the state of South Carolina or a compact state. A current CPR card is required; either an American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers card or an American Red Cross Professional Rescuer card. Ability to demonstrate commitment to patient centered care philosophy as evidenced by effective communication skills, professional demeanor, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Ability and motivation to articulate and support departmental philosophy of excellent guest relations. Must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Must be computer literate. 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 (Continuous). Ability to perform job functions while sitting (Continuous). Ability to perform job functions while walking (Continuous). Ability to climb stairs (Infrequent). Ability to work indoors (Continuous). Ability to work outside in temperature extremes (Infrequent). Ability to work from elevated areas (Frequent). Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces (Frequent). Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions (Infrequent).

Ability to bend at the waist (Continuous). Ability to twist at the waist (Frequent). Ability to squat and perform job functions (Frequent). Ability to perform “pinching” operations (Frequent). Ability to perform gross…