Licensed Practical Nurse Position Available In Charleston, South Carolina

Job Description:

Univ

• Licensed Practical Nurse II (LPN II)
• Student Health &Wellbeing Care Medical University of South Carolina Univ
• LicensedPractical Nurse II (LPN II)
• Student Health & Wellbeing Care JobDescription Summary Assists the Student Health & Wellbeing Careclinical providers, nurses, and professional staff in a variety ofcomplex or highly skilled paraprofessional nursing and clinicalsupport functions. Entity Medical University of South Carolina(MUSC
• Univ) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Classified CostCenter

CC002245 ESL

Student Health & Wellbeing Care Pay Rate TypeHourly Pay Grade University-05 Pay Range 38,985.00

• 55,559.50
• 72,134.

000 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift Job Description 35%Patient Care Provides safe, ethical, patient-centered, culturallycongruent, and evidence-based care within the scope of practice.

Organizes patient rooms for visit needs and ensures cleanliness ofroom before and after visit. Obtains and documents vital signs andpatient-reported signs and symptoms in the EMR, and places patientsin rooms. Manages the random drug screen process for colleges.

Upload drug screening results to the appropriate student Point andClick Electronic Medical Record (PnC EMR). Provide the results withthe requested college and the appropriate provider, documentingthose actions in the

PNC EMR. 35

% Clinic Support Functions Performsadministrative tasks that support the efficient functioning of theclinic (e.g., answering patient health and phone calls as well asemails, greeting patients, consent forms, immunization forms,patient payments, record uploading, schedule patient appointments).Monitor clinic supply needs, inform lead nurses, and assist withorders as needed. Supports the role of the AdministrativeCoordinator as needed. Monitors the email for new students withoutnet IDs and graduates along with Student Health Staff as well ascurrent students’ emails through LifeNet with responses within 24hours on business days. Assists with quality improvement projectsand any special projects assigned by the LeadNurse/Associate/Executive Director. Uses computer software programs(e.g., Point N Click, Maxient, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, andothers) to meet position responsibilities. 10% Occupational HealthAssists with immunization document processing including evaluatingif students meet MUSC pre-matriculation and annual requirements andfollow-up with Administrative Coordinator 1 to contact the collegecompliance officers. Respond to student emails regardingimmunizations and assist with any vaccine clinic events. 10%Maintenance of Physical Facility Monitors the safety, cleanliness,and effectiveness of the environment and equipment. Inform the LeadNurse/Associate Director of any unsafe practices, needed facilityrepairs, or new equipment. Scan environment for any needed clinicsupplies and equipment as well as any needed office supplies andinform the Lead Nurse/Administrative Coordinator. 5% LicensedPractical Nurse Knowledge and Professionalism Using excellentinterpersonal skills maintains professionalism and promotes androle-models a culture of health and wellbeing for students, staff,and faculty. Maintains LPN certification and seeks out any neededtraining, e.g., BLS. 5% Performs other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

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Note:

The knowledge, skills andabilities listed are not necessarily inclusive of the requirementsfor every position in the class.) Extensive knowledge of practicalnursing procedures, sanitation, personal hygiene, basic health, andsafety practices. Knowledge of the human anatomy. Ability to makeaccurate technical and physical observations of patients. Abilityto accurately record observations.

Additional Job DescriptionMinimum Requirements:

Graduation from an accredited school ofpractical nursing and two years of related experience as an LPN.Positions in this classificaiton require licensure as a LicensedPractical Nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing. Requirescertification in Basic Life Support prior to the completion ofgeneral orientation.

Physical Requirements:

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Note:

The followingdescriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous

• 6-8 hoursper shift; Frequent
• 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent
• 0-2 hoursper shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position.

(Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position.(Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile.(Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to climbladders. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Abilityto work from elevated areas. (Infrequent) Ability to work inconfined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform jobfunctions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend atthe waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent)Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability toperform ‘pinching’ operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully useboth hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motionswith hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to fullyuse both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions.(Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability tomaintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability tomaintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability tolift and carry 50 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to liftobjects, up to 50 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches,unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 50 lbs.,from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent)Ability to lift and carry patients weighing up to 350 lbs.,assisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 350 lbs.,unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected.(Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand.(Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance.(Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors.(Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship betweenobjects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral visioncapabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, withcorrection. (Continuous) Ability to hear and understand whisperedconversations at a distance of 3 feet. Ability to perform grossmotor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) forrespirator use, initially and annually.

Additional NewRequirements:

Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts.

Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use newprocesses, tools and equipment as required. If you like workingwith energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your careerwith us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an EqualOpportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis ofrace, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, genderidentity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status,family or parental status, or any other status protected by statelaws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants areencouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employmentbased upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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Employment Type:

Full Time