Licensed Practical Nurse II-Health Position Available In Lexington, South Carolina

Job Description:

Job Description SummaryMUSC Community Physicians (MCP) is anentity within the Medical University of South Carolina thatprovides healthcare to patients within the rural health networkthroughout the state of South Carolina. Under the direction of a registered nurse is responsible for allidentified nursing care behaviors within his/her span of controlduring his/her tour of duty and is accountable to the Charge Nurseand/or designated individual. The LPN participates in the care of adefined patient population. The LPN assists with data collection,formulation of plans for patient care, and participates withevaluation of outcomes of nursing actions.

EntityMUSC CommunityPhysicians (MCP)Worker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-Type—RegularCostCenter

CC001877 MCP

– Columbia Heart Laurel StPay Rate TypeHourlyPayGradeHealth-23Scheduled Weekly Hours40Work ShiftDay (United Statesof America)Job DescriptionProvides patient/family centered care,acting as partner and adviser, assists and supports patients andfamilies to optimally manage their health care, respecting theirculture and values, individual needs, health goals and treatmentpreferences. Applies critical reasoning and astute clinicaljudgment in order to expedite appropriate care and treatment,especially given that the patient may be present with complexproblems or potentially life-threatening conditions. Uses criticalthinking in clinical problem-solving relative to the scope ofpractice, knowledge, competency, and experience. Assists medicalstaff with preparation, examination, and procedure to includeinterviewing/screening patients to obtain personal data and chiefcomplaint, documentation for records, and vital signs. Performstelephone and in-person screenings. Participates in recording andreporting responsibilities; documents findings relevant topatient’s health care status or plan of care, documents accuratelyand consistently in accordance with approved policies/procedures.

Prioritizes and documents patient incoming phone calls, asassigned, regarding medications, medical conditions, and reviewswith provider as needed for orders or changes. Cleans and stocksexamination rooms and/or other supply areas. Documents all patientcare delivered in the medical record according to the medicalcenter policy.

Minimum Education and Experience:

Graduation from arecognized Licensed Practical Nursing program and licensed as anLPN within the state of South Carolina or a compact state.

One yearof LPN experience preferred. Current Basic Life Support (BLS)required, either a certification from an American Heart Association(AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent)or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer andHealthcare Provider.

Additional Job DescriptionBenefits:

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

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform job functions whilestanding. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions whilesitting. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions whilewalking. (Continuous) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Abilityto work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outside intemperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevatedareas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces.(Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneelingpositions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous)Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat andperform job functions. (Frequent) Ability to perform “pinching”operations. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor activitieswith fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform firmgrasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to performfine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability toreach overhead. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motionswith hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability tofully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to use lower extremitiesfor balance and coordination. (Frequent) Ability to reach in alldirections. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs.from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability tolift from 36” to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent) Ability to exert upto 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent) Examples include: To transfer a 100lb. patient that cannot assist in the transfer requires 50 lbs. offorce. For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be requiredfrom another healthcare worker. 20 lbs. of force are needed to pusha 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25 lbs. of force arerequired to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand. Abilityto maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes.(Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand orat a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminatebetween colors. (Continuous) Ability to determinedistance/relationship between objects; depth perception.(Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motormovements. (Continuous) Ability to deal effectively with stressfulsituations. (Continuous) Ability to work rotating shifts.(Frequent) Ability to work overtime as required. (Frequent) Abilityto work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous) Ability tomaintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)

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• Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function.(Continuous)
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• Ability to be qualifiedphysically for respirator use, initially and as required.(Continuous) (Selected Positions)
• If you like working withenergetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career withus!

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