Licensed Practical Nurse
Orangeburg, South Carolina
Employer: Medical University of South Carolina
Industry: Nursing, Advanced Practice Providers, & Therapists
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Job Description Summary
Utilizes nursing process under the direction of the RN to deliver patient care.
Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
PRN
Cost Center
CC004747 ORBG - 3 West
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
Pay Grade
Health-23
Scheduled Weekly Hours
12
Work Shift
Job Description
Work Environment
Regularly exposed to infectious, contagious and blood borne diseases. Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances. Exposed to unpleasant elements including accidents, injuries and illnesses. Subject to varying and unpredictable situations. Must be able to handle emergency or crisis situations. Must be able to handle emergency or crisis situations. Is occasionally subject to irregular hours. Occasional exposure to radiation.
Supervisory Responsibilities
CNA, WS, Tech, MOA.
Financial Responsibilities
Financial stewardship of supplies and resources.
Essential Functions
Provide direct patient care according to established policies and procedures under the direction of a RN. Administers medication according to scope of practice, performs reassessments, collects data, takes histories, initiates IV access, provide wound care and assists in activities of daily living. Documents in the medical record, findings and information. Communicate appropriate medical and clinical information to the staff as required. Demonstrates sensitivity to patient comfort and privacy. Maintains confidentiality of patient and unit care data. Provides first line customer service response. Follows the RMC Standards of Behaviors. Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
Physical requirements are primarily related to the essential functions of any job. In order to perform the essential functions of this position, you must be able to stand up to twelve (12) hours, walk, sit, use hands, reach, stoop, kneel, talk, hear and smell. Must be able to lift or exert energy up to 35 pounds. The Regional Medical Center has purchased patient transfer/lift devices to reduce the physical lifting of patients. Safe patient handling equipment is to be utilized for the transfer and lifting of patients greater than 35 pounds.
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors), peripheral vision (ability to observe and area that can be seen up/down or left/right) and depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances).
Mental Requirements
Ability to read and interpret business or safety manuals, clinical or technical procedures or regulations. Ability to write reports, correspondence and/or manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, patients, families, other employees and medical staff. Must have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to multitask and prioritize assigned and assumed responsibilities to complete tasks as necessary.
Population Served
This position primarily interacts with all age groups and provides direct patient care. All staff members must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to meet the physical, psycho/social, educational, safety, and related needs of the persons in the assigned work area. Staff members must be able to understand and respond to the expectations and needs of patients, family members and visitors from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Additional Job Description
Minimum Qualifications
Must currently possess a valid LPN license to practice in the state of South Carolina. One year of patient care experience required for PRN. AHA BLS required.
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
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 state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
Utilizes nursing process under the direction of the RN to deliver patient care.
Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
PRN
Cost Center
CC004747 ORBG - 3 West
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
Pay Grade
Health-23
Scheduled Weekly Hours
12
Work Shift
Job Description
Work Environment
Regularly exposed to infectious, contagious and blood borne diseases. Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances. Exposed to unpleasant elements including accidents, injuries and illnesses. Subject to varying and unpredictable situations. Must be able to handle emergency or crisis situations. Must be able to handle emergency or crisis situations. Is occasionally subject to irregular hours. Occasional exposure to radiation.
Supervisory Responsibilities
CNA, WS, Tech, MOA.
Financial Responsibilities
Financial stewardship of supplies and resources.
Essential Functions
Provide direct patient care according to established policies and procedures under the direction of a RN. Administers medication according to scope of practice, performs reassessments, collects data, takes histories, initiates IV access, provide wound care and assists in activities of daily living. Documents in the medical record, findings and information. Communicate appropriate medical and clinical information to the staff as required. Demonstrates sensitivity to patient comfort and privacy. Maintains confidentiality of patient and unit care data. Provides first line customer service response. Follows the RMC Standards of Behaviors. Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
Physical requirements are primarily related to the essential functions of any job. In order to perform the essential functions of this position, you must be able to stand up to twelve (12) hours, walk, sit, use hands, reach, stoop, kneel, talk, hear and smell. Must be able to lift or exert energy up to 35 pounds. The Regional Medical Center has purchased patient transfer/lift devices to reduce the physical lifting of patients. Safe patient handling equipment is to be utilized for the transfer and lifting of patients greater than 35 pounds.
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors), peripheral vision (ability to observe and area that can be seen up/down or left/right) and depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances).
Mental Requirements
Ability to read and interpret business or safety manuals, clinical or technical procedures or regulations. Ability to write reports, correspondence and/or manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, patients, families, other employees and medical staff. Must have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to multitask and prioritize assigned and assumed responsibilities to complete tasks as necessary.
Population Served
This position primarily interacts with all age groups and provides direct patient care. All staff members must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to meet the physical, psycho/social, educational, safety, and related needs of the persons in the assigned work area. Staff members must be able to understand and respond to the expectations and needs of patients, family members and visitors from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Additional Job Description
Minimum Qualifications
Must currently possess a valid LPN license to practice in the state of South Carolina. One year of patient care experience required for PRN. AHA BLS required.
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
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 state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
Created: 2024-08-22
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Country: United States
State: South Carolina
City: Orangeburg
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