Licensed Practical Nurse; MCP

Job Description

Licensed Practical Nurse (MCP) – MUSC Health, Columbia, SC. Contingent/Contractor, 40 scheduled hours per week, hourly pay. Provides patient/family centered care as a partner and adviser, supports patients and families to manage their health care in alignment with culture, values, health goals, and treatment preferences. Applies clinical judgment to expedite appropriate care, assists with data collection, care planning, and evaluation of outcomes within the LPN scope of practice.

Documents all patient care in the medical record and performs telephone and in-person screenings as assigned.

• Provide patient/family centered care, support patients and families to manage their health care, respecting culture, values, needs, goals and treatment preferences.
• Apply critical reasoning and clinical judgment to expedite appropriate care, especially for complex or potentially life-threatening conditions.
• Assist medical staff with preparation, examination, and procedures; interview/screen patients, collect personal data and chief complaint, document records and vital signs.
• Perform telephone and in-person screenings; participate in recording and reporting responsibilities; document findings relevant to health care status or plan of care.
• Prioritize and document patient calls regarding medications and medical conditions; review with provider for orders or changes.
• Clean and stock examination rooms and supply areas; document all patient care delivered in the medical record per policy.

• Graduation from an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program and licensure as an LPN in South Carolina or a compact state.
• One year of LPN experience preferred. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required (AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers or 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 options
• Continuous professional and clinical training
• Competitive pay with annual merit Increase
• Wellbeing resources
• Tution reimbursement
• Employee perks and discounts
• Employee referral program
• Flexible schedule options
• Certification incentive program

• Ability to stand/walk; climb stairs; work in elevated or cramped spaces; kneeling, bending, twisting; repetitive hand/wrist movements; lift/carry up to 50 lbs; maintain vision/hearing; work rotating shifts and overtime; work in a latex-safe environment; maintain sensory functions.

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 law. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment based on qualifications and business need.

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