Licensed Practical Nurse

Description:

This is a full time floating nurse position at Carolina Health Centers Inc., that serves the following counties: Greenwood, Saluda, Abbeville, McCormick, Edgefield, Newberry, and Laurens.

General Description

The nurse, under the supervision of the nurse manager and/or clinical coordinator, is responsible for assisting the provider in the delivery of health care and patient care management.

Requirements

Education:

Graduate of an accredited program of practical nurse education. May consider Registered Nurse as identified by company needs.

Licensure and Credentials:

Licensed by South Carolina and in good standing as a LPN/RN
BCLS certification

Work Experience:

Experience preferred but will train new graduates
Requirements:

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Active patient care team member: identifying and reporting to provider specific patient needs including those required for the visit and for general health care concerns
Conducts pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating patient charts prior to appointment and collecting additional information such as lab results, ER reports etc. as indicated from chart review and patient care huddle
Prepares patient for examination and treatment by escorting them from the waiting area to the exam room and taking history as required by work flow algorithm. Assesses Vital signs
Performs routine lab procedures, including basic phlebotomy, as listed in Laboratory Manual
Assists providers with examinations and diagnostic procedures
Administers non-intravenous injections as ordered
Initiates and monitors Intravenous Fluids per professional license
Maintains patient documentation for example but not limited to lab orders and results, procedure results, phone calls
Assists team in care management as directed by provider
Follows Standing Orders
Prepares and maintains clinical supplies and equipment
Maintains patient rooms and treatment rooms
Sterilizes all instruments as needed
Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment
Orders and maintains medications for office
Works in conjunction with Pharmacy Protocols
Triages and responds to patient communications within practice policy
Participates in professional development activities as offered and required within the organization
Complies with all HIPAA regulations
Updates and maintains clinical skills. Requests education as needed
Treats patients, their families and staff with dignity and respect
Performs other related work as required

Additional Requirements

Skills:

Able to read, write and communicate effectively orally and in writing
Able to calculate medication dosages correctly
Proficient in use of computer and keyboard
Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Knowledge of HIPAA and ability to maintain confidentiality
Able to manage self and environment calmly and appropriately in stressful situations
Clinical skills (basic): taking vital signs, patient assessments, injections, appropriate and complete documentation
Clinical Skills (advanced): phlebotomy, IV, EKG, catheterizations as examples

Physical Abilities:

Stand for extended periods of time
Able to push, pull and reach, sit, stoop and stretch
Have full range of body motion
Have the hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity needed to operate a computer, telephone, copier and medical equipment
Able to lift and position patients using appropriate body mechanics
Have a normal range of hearing and eyesight to be able to collect data and record where appropriate (ie computer and/or paper)
Vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Salary:

Starting at $23.26/hour

All employees of Carolina Health Centers, Inc. are expected to perform the duties of their job and behave in a manner consistent with the Corporate Philosophy which supports the values of: honesty, integrity, openness, the pursuit of individual and collective excellence, and unwavering mutual respect and appreciation.