Licensed Practical Nurse - Medical / Telemetry Unit

Job Description Summary

Job Description Summary

Unit Description :

The Medical / Surgical / Telemetry unit is a 45-bed remote telemetry unit treating acutely ill patients with medical problems related to renal disease, cardiac disease, respiratory disease, and other medical issues including post-surgical and dialysis patients. We value teamwork and strive to give the best possible care to each patient.

Job Summary :

The LPN 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

Regular

Cost Center

CC004746 ORBG - 3 East

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-24

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Work Shift

Job Description

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 MUSC Standards of Behaviors.

Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description

Graduate from an accredited Practical Nurse program. Licensed as an LPN within the state of South Carolina or a compact state.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR / AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

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

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