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MUSC Health · 4 weeks ago

Licensed Practical Nurse I or II - University Internal Medicine

MUSC Health is dedicated to providing specialized primary care services for adults. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will provide individualized patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse, ensuring safe and effective care while interacting with the healthcare team.

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Responsibilities

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

Qualification

Licensed Practical NurseCPR certificationPatient centered careCritical thinkingComputer literacyEffective communicationInterpersonal skills

Required

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

Benefits

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

Company

MUSC Health

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MUSC Health provides health-care services through its patient- and family-centered care, education, research, and various partnerships. It is a sub-organization of Medical University of South Carolina.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$133M
Key Investors
Armadale Capital
2019-12-19Debt Financing· $133M

Leadership Team

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Erik Summers
Chief Medical Officer
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