Title

Triage Nurse (RN or LPN) - Lowcountry Medical Group

About the Organization
Beaufort Memorial, a not-for-profit hospital founded in 1944 on the banks of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, is licensed for 201 beds (169 acute, 14 rehabilitation and 18 mental health). We are an acute-care hospital, a regional referral center and the largest medical facility between Savannah, Ga., and Charleston, S.C.

Fully accredited by The Joint Commission, Beaufort Memorial boasts a dedicated, high-quality medical staff of nearly 230 board-certified or board-eligible providers.

Our mission is to enhance the quality of life in the Lowcountry through improved health, innovative partnerships and superior care.

Position
Registered Nurse- Lowcountry Medical Group (Specialty)

Location
BPP Lowcountry Medical Group

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Shift
Various Shifts

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt

Description

Registered Nurse - The primary purpose of the Ambulatory RN is to manage the direct patient care for all patients. Assumes responsibility and accountability for the delivery of patient care, including care provided by those under his/her direction such as the LPN or Medical Assistant. The registered nurse will utilize nursing skills to evaluate, treat, and report to the physician and other healthcare professionals and the physical and special needs of the patient. This individual performs initial clinical assessments and assists the physician/practitioner with any treatments or procedures; patient instruction/education related to diagnosis, tests, and medications; and maintenance and proficiency testing of clinical equipment. Educates patients, families, and staff on patient care issues.

Licensed Practical Nurse - Duties include a consistent demonstration of professional conduct and ethical practice in the clinical setting; uses and interprets both verbal and non-verbal communication when working with patients and members of their families; performs initial clinical assessments and assists physician/practitioner with any treatments or procedures; patient instruction/education related to diagnosis, tests, and medications; maintenance and proficiency testing of clinical equipment; displays safety consciousness in the clinical setting with patients; self and equipment; establishes and enhances good personal rapport with patients and patient family members; complies with infection control principals and sterile procedures; utilizes good body mechanics while handling equipment, performing daily job duties and working with patients; writes concise, accurate and legible reports of patient care delivery; communicates effectively and in a timely fashion with coworkers and other clinic personnel that must share in the mutual care of assistance of patients; assumes personal responsibility for maintaining licensure and current knowledge of patient care, procedures and treatments as applicable to our clinic and specific patient population. Must be detailed oriented, and able to multi-task at all times.

Position Requirements

Education:

• • Ability to obtain a South Carolina Registered Nurse license, BSN preferred.

Experience:

• • Experience as an RN in an ambulatory or physician practice is preferred,
  • 3 years of experience as an RN in a healthcare setting is required

Certifications/Licenses:

• Current South Carolina RN license.
• BLS certification required prior to first clinical shift (must be issued by the American Heart Association)

EOE Statement
Beaufort Memorial Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.

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