Licensed Practical Nurse

The Licensed Practical Nurse at the Medical University of South Carolina provides patient-centered care within our academic health system. Working collaboratively with RNs, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams, the LPN delivers direct bedside care, administers medications and treatments, monitors and documents patient status, and supports procedures in diverse clinical settings. This role promotes compassionate communication, patient and family education, and adherence to evidence-based practice, infection control, and safety standards, contributing to MUSC's mission of innovation, excellence, and community-focused healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN and physician supervision
• Administer medications and treatments per provider orders
• Monitor, document, and report patient status and vital signs
• Support procedures and coordinate care within interdisciplinary teams
• Educate patients and families on treatments, medications, and follow-up care
• Maintain accurate EHR documentation and adhere to infection control policies
• Participate in quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives

Required Skills

• Medication administration
• Vital signs monitoring
• Wound care
• Patient triage
• Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• IV insertion and management
• Infection control
• Patient and family education
• Care planning and documentation
• Clinical assessment