Licensed Practical Nurse; MCP

Job Description Summary

MUSC Community Physicians (MCP) is an entity within the Medical University of South Carolina that provides healthcare to patients within the rural health network throughout the state of South Carolina. Under the direction of a registered nurse, the LPN is responsible for all identified nursing care behaviors within his/her span of control during his/her tour of duty and is accountable to the Charge Nurse and/or designated individual.

The LPN participates in the care of a defined patient population, assists with data collection, formulation of plans for patient care, and participates in evaluation of outcomes of nursing actions.

• 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 present with complex problems or potentially life‑threatening conditions.
• Uses critical thinking in clinical problem-solving relative to 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 patient’s 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.

• Graduation 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) required, either certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan
• Paid time off and extended sick leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Disability insurance plan options
• Continuous professional and clinical training
• Competitive pay
• Annual Merit Increase
• Wellbeing resources
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee perks and discounts
• Employee referral program
• Flexible schedule options
• Certification incentive program

• Ability to perform job functions while standing and sitting, walking, climbing stairs, working from elevated areas, in confined/cramped spaces, kneeling positions, bend and twist at the waist, squatting, performing gross motor activities with fingers and hands, firm grasping, reach overhead, repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders, use lower extremities for balance and coordination, reach in all directions.
• Capacity to lift and carry 50 lbs unassisted, lift/lower objects 50 lbs from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted, lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs, exert up to 50 lbs of force.
• Maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one or both eyes; ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance; match or discriminate between colors; determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception.
• Maintain hearing acuity, with correction; perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements; deal effectively with stressful situations; work rotating shifts; work overtime as required; work in a latex safe environment; maintain tactile sensory functions; maintain good olfactory sensory function; be qualified physically for respirator use.

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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