What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Advocate position at MUSC Health & Medical University of SC?
MUSC Health & Medical University of SC is committed to providing high-quality patient care. As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will play a vital role in delivering patient-centered care and support.
About the Role
This position requires a strong background in nursing and excellent communication skills. You will work closely with our medical staff to provide patient-centered care and support.
Key Responsibilities
- Assists medical staff with preparation, examination, and procedure to include interviewing/screening patients to obtain personal data and chief complaint, documentation for records, and vital signs.
- Performs telephone and in-person screenings.
- Documents all patient care delivered in the medical record according to the medical center policy.
Requirements
To be considered for this role, you must:
- Have a recognized Licensed Practical Nursing program and licensure as an LPN within the state of South Carolina or a compact state.
- Have one year of LPN experience preferred.
- Hold current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
Benefits and Perks
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Employer-sponsored retirement plan.
- Paid time off and extended sick leave.
- Paid parental leave.
- Disability insurance plan options.
- Continuous professional and clinical training.
- Competitive pay.
- Annual merit increase.
- Well-being resources.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee perks and discounts.
- Employee referral program.
- Flexible schedule options.
- Certification incentive program.
Working Conditions
This position requires working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines. You must be able to:
- Perform job functions while standing.
- Perform job functions while sitting.
- Perform job functions while walking.
- Climb stairs.
- Work indoors.
- Work outside in temperature extremes.
- Work from elevated areas.
- Work in confined/cramped spaces.
- Perform job functions from kneeling positions.
- Bend at the waist.
- Twist at the waist.
- Squat and perform job functions.
- Perform "pinching" operations.
- Perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands.
- Perform firm grasping with fingers and hands.
- Perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands.
- Reach overhead.
- Perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders.
- Fully use both legs.
- Use lower extremities for balance and coordination.
- Reach in all directions.
- Lift and carry 50 lbs unassisted.
- Lift/lower objects 50 lbs from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted.
- Lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs.
- Exert up to 50 lbs of force.
