Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Ambulatory, Internal Resource Pool, Part time, Day
- Columbia, SC
- Permanent
- Part-time
- All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's values: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
- Provides patient care based upon individualized plan of care as delegated by the Registered Nurse/Provider including patient's physical, emotional, cultural, spiritual, psychosocial, and educational needs.
- Assists provider with examinations, procedures and other activities related to patient care.
- Arranges for patient appointments for diagnostic testing, consults, referrals and admission to hospital.
- Monitors and maintains stock of medical supplies and proper functioning of equipment.
- Documents patient's vital statistics and other encounter data into patient chart and ensures that all required records are in the chart. Obtains brief medical history and chief complaint from patients.
- Promotes positive health behaviors and self-care skills through patient education.
- Prepares exam rooms with appropriate instruments, supplies and equipment.
- Cleans exam rooms between exams and procedures.
- Receives and returns clinically related telephone calls and messages. Screens and forwards those requiring provider action.
- Completes medical/physical history forms and other related information for insurance companies.
- May administer oral and injectable medications as directed by a provider.
- Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocol.
- Serves as a role model and participates in educating and mentoring other members of the care team.
- Attends department and organization meetings.
- Completes annual and as needed compliance training.
- Practices safe, efficient use of supplies and resources.
- Maintains a clean, safe, and caring environment for patients, family and other staff.
- Assumes responsibility for one’s own professional development and continuing education.
- May serve as a preceptor, unit champion, or participate in shared governance.
- Adheres to all compliance, policies and procedures of the organization.
- Performs other duties as assigned.