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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Charleston, SC
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Charleston, SCVighter • Charleston, SC, United States
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Charleston, SC

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Charleston, SC

Vighter • Charleston, SC, United States
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Job Details

Job Location

Charleston VAMC, Charleston, SC - Charleston, SC

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

Certification

Travel Percentage

Up to 25%

Job Shift

Day

Job Category

Health Care

Description

Title : Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Location : Charleston, SC

Position Type : Full time (30-40+ hours / week), hourly.

Education Level : High School Diploma, certification

Job Category : Health Care

Start Date : Contingent upon contract award

Our Company Promise :

We are committed to providing our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Vighter's Mission is to provide efficient, fast, high quality healthcare staffing to our clients. Our Culture's5 key elementsare crucial to the effectiveness of our employees in accomplishing our mission. These elements are :

  • Dependability
  • Integrity
  • Personability
  • Transparency
  • Responsiveness

Creating and cultivating this Culture within the organization is our commitment to our employees. Above all, Vighter employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude that they are expected to share externally with every Vighter Client and Customer.

Summary :

Vighter is recruiting a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide patient care, medical service and medical support within the Veteran's Administration located in Columbia, SC. The LPN will also be responsible for ensuring patient comfort, explaining procedures, and maintaining accurate records in compliance with all law, statue and healthcare regulations. The standard of care shall be of a quality, meeting or exceeding all recognized national standards.

Principle Accountabilities :

  • Performs vital signs electronically and manually, as indicated.
  • Assures a safe and clean working environment and assists in the disposal of biologically hazardous waste on a regular basis, adheres to universal precautions, and takes appropriate infection control precautions.
  • Completes all annual trainings as required, or any additional training as assigned.
  • Communicates an end of shift report to the oncoming shift.
  • Participates in Medical Quality Management / Quality Assurance / Risk Management activities and initiatives as needed.
  • Provides emergency care to employees or visitors for life, death, loss of sight / limb situations Emergency Medical Services arrives.
  • Performs direct that may include :
  • a. Assisting with feeding or meal set-up.

    b. Oral care, nail care, washing hair and basic hygiene.

    c. Bathing and / or dressing ; toileting or changing disposable diapers / briefs.

    e. Ambulation and transfer assistance in and out of beds, wheelchairs, and or showers, etc.

    f. Changing and collecting linens.

  • Consults with / or works under the direct supervision of a Physician or Advanced Practice Provider (APP) for complex medical, pediatric, or psychiatric patients, completes ordersrecommended / authorized by the physician or APP.
  • Performs history and physical assessment, behavioral health care support, minor outpatient procedures, patient education, and refers any care beyond the scope of the medical unit to offsite facilities.
  • Practical knowledge of laboratory procedures and guidelines, skill in collecting a variety of samples, performs quality control of laboratory reagents, and performs CLIA waived testing as needed, following up with any abnormal findings.
  • Maintains compliance with policies and any overriding accreditation standards that may apply.
  • Ability to properly use equipment and supplies in simple diagnostic and treatment procedures.
  • Works within the Scope of Practice, facility Standing Orders / Standing Operating Procedures and protocols.
  • Maintains patient confidentiality and privacy of medical records, complies with HIPAA regulations, performs record keeping functions in accordance with program policies and the system of records management.
  • Utilizes the electronic medical record for all patient care documentation and must maintain an "active status" for use and complete all required trainings as required.
  • Maintains non-involvement in the security aspect of patient care and custody.
  • Attends all general staff meetings during duty hours and participates with medical qualitymanagement initiatives and reviews as applicable.
  • Restocks medical units with forms, supplies, or equipment, and helps with maintaining stock supplies.
  • Functional proficiency and ability to document patient-centered health care in the required electronic health record or electronic medical record, in the required format, in a timely manner, and in compliance with contract policy and guidance.
  • A deep sense of purpose and dedication to the United States and our U.S. Military Veterans, their Families, and other patients as assigned.
  • An unshakeable adherence to quality and continuous process improvement.
  • An apolitical, patient-centered focus that drives to enhanced care and patient satisfaction
  • Knowledge of regulations (HIPAA / Privacy Act) regarding the confidentiality of patient medical records and information as well as Personally Identifiable Information (PII).
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Knowledge and Skills :

  • Must have exceptional customer service skills.
  • Employees shall be technically proficient in the skills necessary to fulfill the job requirements, including ability to speak, understand, read and write English fluently.
  • Education :

  • Successful completion of a certification program for LPNs located in the state of employment.
  • Program must be accredited by an entity recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Certification must be in an active, non-expired, status.
  • Qualifications :

  • Must have a minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience in direct patient care as a licensed practical nurse.
  • Experience in residential healthcare, a hospital, outpatient clinic, nursing home, or other supervised medical, nursing or patient care facility that provided direct care.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred, but not required.
  • Duty Hours / On-call Requirements :

  • Generally speaking, this is a day shift position with occasional overtime or on call. availability.
  • Work Environment :

  • Locations : Charleston, SC
  • Supportive team of healthcare professionals and administrative staff.
  • Opportunity to work with diverse populations, including Veterans, Active Duty Service Members and their Families.
  • Travel :

  • As required to satisfy the contractual obligations. Generally, travel is limited to commute from residence to the worksite. Commute is non-compensatory. All official travel is government-funded.
  • Benefits :

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, with Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available for W2 full time employees.
  • Company-paid basic Life and AD&D insurance and subsidized health insurance (W2).
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Professional development and promotion opportunities.
  • SCA employees : Health & Welfare paid in cash (with proof of ACA-compliant health insurance from the open market or Vighter, LLC). Employee may use funds to offset any benefits premiums, fund their 401(k) retirement account or a combination of the two.
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Must be able to sit for more than 8 hours per day.
  • Must be willing to work overtime if necessary.
  • Must be able to use an elevator or walk up and down stairs.
  • Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and carry up to 10 feet.
  • Must be able to routinely grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbows / knees and reach above and below shoulders.
  • Must be able to read and interpret handwritten and typewritten print.
  • Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
  • Must be able to perform duties in an indoor or outdoor environment
  • Must be able to pass a criminal background investigation
  • Must undergo Urine Drug Screening (UDS).
  • Positions require applicants to be US Citizens, 21 years or older.
  • Must complete criminal background check, and Child Abuse and Neglect (CAN) background check.
  • Vighter LLC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Position is contingent upon contract award.

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    Qualifications

    Education :

  • Successful completion of a certification program for LPNs located in the state of employment.
  • Program must be accredited by an entity recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Certification must be in an active, non-expired, status.
  • Qualifications :

  • Must have a minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience in direct patient care as a licensed practical nurse.
  • Experience in residential healthcare, a hospital, outpatient clinic, nursing home, or other supervised medical, nursing or patient care facility that provided direct care.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred, but not required.
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