Licensed Practical Nurse I or II - University Internal Medicine

Job Description Summary

University Internal Medicine is a specialized field of primary care that focuses on the health needs of adults age 18 and older.  Services include women’s and men’s health services, geriatric and palliative care as well as care for multiple, complex conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure.  With dedicated internal medicine and family medicine providers as well as residents, we are able to provide service all aspects of a patient’s care and improve the health of our community

Job Summary/Purpose: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) reports to the Manager.  Under direction of a Registered Nurse, the LPN provides individualized, goal directed and family centered patient care.  The LPN demonstrates proficiency according to the Laws governing nursing in South Carolina.  This position delivers safe and effective care and interacts with other members of the health care team to achieve desired results and outcomes.  This position will require the use of the LPN’s skills in multiple physical locations under MUSC Health

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC000741 CHS - University Internal Medicine (RT)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-25

Scheduled Weekly Hours

20

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Description

*Sign on bonus of $2,000 for external candidates only*

Scheduled Work Hours/Shift:  M-F 8am-4:30pm, no weekends, no nights

Minimum Training and Education:  Completion of a recognized Licensed Practical Nursing program; Minimum of six months experience as LPN required.  Licensed as an LPN within the state of South Carolina or a compact state. A current CPR card is required; either an American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers card or an American Red Cross Professional Rescuer card.  Ability to demonstrate commitment to patient centered care philosophy as evidenced by effective communications skills, professional demeanor, and excellent interpersonal skills.  Ability and motivation to articulate and support departmental philosophy of excellent guest relations. Must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Must be computer literate.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:  Licensed as an LPN within the state of South Carolina or a compact state. A current CPR card is required; either an American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers card or an American Red Cross Professional Rescuer card.

Provides patient/family centered care, acting as partner and adviser, assists and supports patients and families to optimally manage their health care, respecting their culture and values, individual needs, health goals and treatment preferences. Applies critical reasoning and astute clinical judgment in order to expedite appropriate care and treatment, especially given that the patient may be present with complex problems or potentially life threatening conditions. Uses critical thinking in clinical problem-solving relative to the scope of practice, knowledge, competency, and experience. Assists medical staff with preparation, examination, and procedure to include interviewing/screening patients to obtain personal data and chief complaint, documentation for records, and vital signs. Performs telephone and in-person screenings. Participates in recording and reporting responsibilities; documents findings relevant to patients health care status or plan of care, documents accurately and consistently in accordance with approved policies/procedures. Prioritizes and documents patient incoming phone calls, as assigned, regarding medications, medical conditions, and reviews with provider as needed for orders or changes. Cleans and stocks examination rooms and/or other supply areas. Documents all patient care delivered in the medical record according to the medical center policy.

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequen