Licensed Practical Nurse (MCP) Position Available In Marion, 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

CC001857 MCP

• Mullins Surgical AssociatesPay RateTypeHourlyPay GradeHealth-23Scheduled Weekly Hours40Work ShiftJobDescription
• -Provides patient/family centered care, acting aspartner and adviser, assists and supports patients and families tooptimally manage their health care, respecting their culture andvalues, individual needs, health goals and treatment preferences.

Applies critical reasoning and astute clinical judgment in order toexpedite appropriate care and treatment, especially given that thepatient may be present with complex problems or potentiallylife-threatening conditions. Uses critical thinking in clinicalproblem-solving relative to the scope of practice, knowledge,competency, and experience. Assists medical staff with preparation,examination, and procedure to include interviewing/screeningpatients to obtain personal data and chief complaint, documentationfor records, and vital signs. Performs telephone and in-personscreenings. Participates in recording and reportingresponsibilities; documents findings relevant to patient’s healthcare status or plan of care, documents accurately and consistentlyin accordance with approved policies/procedures. Prioritizes anddocuments patient incoming phone calls, as assigned, regardingmedications, medical conditions, and reviews with provider asneeded for orders or changes. Cleans and stocks examination roomsand/or other supply areas. Documents all patient care delivered inthe medical record according to the medical center policy.

MinimumEducation and Experiences

• Graduation from a recognized LicensedPractical Nursing program and licensed as an LPN within the stateof South Carolina or a compact state
• One year of LPN experiencepreferred.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either acertification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS forHealthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an AmericanRed Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and HealthcareProvider.

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 andclinical training
• Competitive pay
• Annual Merit Increase-Wellbeing resources
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee perks anddiscounts
• Employee referral program
• Flexible schedule options-Certification incentive programPhysical Requirements
• Ability to perform job functions while standing and sitting.
• Ability to perform job functions while walking and climb stairs.

Ability to work from elevated areas. Ability to work inconfined/cramped spaces.

• Ability to perform job functions fromkneeling positions. Ability to bend and twist at the waist. Abilityto squat and perform job functions. Ability to perform gross motoractivities with fingers and hands.
• Ability to perform firmgrasping with fingers and hands.
• Ability to reach overhead.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows andshoulders.
• Ability to use lower extremities for balance andcoordination.
• Ability to reach in all directions.
• Ability tolift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. Ability to lift/lower objects 50lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. Ability to liftfrom 36″ to overhead 25 lbs. Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. offorce.
• Examples include: To transfer a 100 lb.

patient thatcannot assist in the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force. For every100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from anotherhealthcare worker. 20 lbs. of force are needed to push a 400 lb.patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25 lbs. of force are required topush a stretcher with a patient with one hand. Ability to maintain20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes.

• Ability tosee and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance.
• Abilityto match or discriminate between colors.
• Ability to determinedistance/relationship between objects; depth perception. Ability tomaintain hearing acuity, with correction.
• Ability to performgross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements.
• Abilityto deal effectively with stressful situations.
• Ability to workrotating shifts.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Abilityto work in a latex safe environment.
• Ability to maintain tactilesensory functions.
• Ability to maintain good olfactory sensoryfunction.
• Ability to be qualified physically for respiratoruse, initially and as required.

If you like working with energeticenthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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