What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long-Term Care/Nursing Home position at Prime Physicians?
Job Title : LPN - Long-Term Care / Nursing Home
Location : Charleston, SC and associated CBOCs
Shift Schedule : Between the hours of 7 : 00AM and 5 : 30PM (Monday through Friday, 12-hour shifts, including alternating weekends.)
Duration : 1 Year or Full time (options for 26 weeks contract)
Start Date : March 2025
Qualification
Education : Graduate of a state-approved school of practical / vocational nursing.
License : LPN
Certifications : BLS / CPR and Covid 19
Experience : Min 2 years of recent experience in a long-term care setting (within the last 6 months).
Responsibilities
- Deliver nursing care in accordance with the Licensed Practical Nurse Act and VA guidelines.
- Administer and document medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous) accurately.
- Assist patients with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and report changes in condition to RNs or physicians.
- Provide patient education on health conditions, treatments, and coping strategies.
- Maintain accurate patient records in VistA / CPRS systems.
- Support infection control measures and adhere to safety protocols.
- Provide care to COVID-19 positive patients or PUIs as required. Refusal to do so may result in removal from assignment.
Must be willing to work with COVID-19 positive patients
