What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN - PRN position at Little River Medical Center, Inc.?
Licensed Practical Nurse (PRN)
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the general supervision of the Nursing Director & RN Site Supervisor, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) assists the physician or Registered Nurse (RN) in the care and treatment of Little River Medical Center patients. The LPN shall perform a variety of complex sub-professional nursing tasks and related duties as required. This position is PRN and on an as needed basis.
WHY LRMC:
Little River Medical Center is a non-profit community health center within Horry County. At Little River Medical Center, we strive to offer exceptional health services and deliver quality, compassionate care to everyone. We provide a wide range of affordable health and support services for every family.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Relations:
- Charts and records the administration of medication and treatment; observes patients for deviations from normal behavior (condition).
- Performs specific procedures (reading of vital signs, weight, height measurements and other diagnostic tests) in accordance with protocols established by the administrative or clinical directors.
- Provides reassurance/comfort, support to apprehensive patients.
- Answers patient questions concerning the Center and/or the treatment he/she receive (has received) as needed.
- Administers routine oral, subcutaneous and intra-muscular medications following Center policies and procedures.
- Promotes optimum rehabilitate nursing care for patients.
Staff Relations/Team Support:
- Assists physicians and/or nurses with patient examinations and treatment.
- Performs other nursing tasks under the direction of the Nursing Director or lead provider.
- Discusses patient’s progress and needs with physicians, RN and/or other appropriate paraprofessional staff as required.
- Performs other duties which may be assigned by the Quality Manager/Nursing Director/CEO.
Clinical Duties:
- Records (procedural) data in medical record and completes other necessary forms in accordance with established guidelines/procedures.
Safety/Infection Control Activities:
- Maintains examination and treatment rooms in orderly condition and insures that they are kept well stocked with the required supplies according to current standard operational procedures.
- Responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, therapeutic environment for the patient.
Other Activities:
- Perform such other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing and one (1) year of practical nursing experience, preferably in an ambulatory health care setting.
- Must be familiar with general office procedures.
- Must observe office protocol in performing routine duties.
- Should possess considerable knowledge of practical nursing practice and procedures.
- Should have thorough knowledge of basic health and safety practices, sanitation and personal hygiene.
- General knowledge of human anatomy.
As a PRN employee you could be asked to fill in at any of the locations below when needed.
LRMC Office Locations:
Little River Office - Little River, SC (Live Oak Drive)
Loris Office - Loris, SC (Main Street)
Myrtle Beach Office - Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 (77th Ave. N Kings Hwy)
Health Access Office - Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 (Mr. Joe White Ave.)
Carolina Forest Office - Myrtle Beach, SC 29579 (Carolina Exchange Drive)
South Strand Office - Myrtle Beach, SC 29588 (Holmestown Road)
