Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Job no: 492555
Work type: Full-Time
Location: Administration - Orangeburg, SC
Categories: Staff

Brooks Health Center on the beautiful Campus of SC State University is looking to hire a certified Licensed Practical Nurse. Under general supervision of the Administrative/Clinical Director and/or professional nurse (RN), assist in the provision of health care services to a targeted population at South Carolina State University and outreach sites on/off campus.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform and document quality and appropriate health assessment and nursing care to students and the university community.

• Provide age-appropriate health education and counseling to students (young adults and non-traditional), individually and/or in a group setting

• Perform and interpret basic laboratory tests, e.g. urinalysis, blood sugar, pregnancy, and other CLIA waive tests as well as participate in proficiency program.

• Ability to make assess and report appropriate medical and physical

• Document history, observation, etc., via electronic health record system

• Work with inter/intra agency resources to provide continuity of care/service.

• Provide appropriate follow-up as indicated.

• Work with staff to carry out established procedures and policies.

• Discusses patient's progress and needs with physicians and registered nurses; assists them with examinations and treatment.

• Communicates, cooperative and collaborates with staff and students

• Maintain student confidentiality

Minimum Requirements for Entry into Position:

Must have a license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the state of South Carolina with at least two (2) years of experience in medical/surgical, community, public, or clinical settings.

Preferred Requirements for Entry into Position:

Experience in a Higher Education setting.

Advertised: 24 May 2023 Eastern Daylight Time
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