Prisma Health - Clinton, SC
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Clinton, SC
Hospitals
About the position
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position at Prisma Health involves providing nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician. The role focuses on patient monitoring, documentation, and administration of care based on individualized plans. The LPN will be responsible for collecting patient data, ensuring accurate medical records, and providing education to patients and their families.
Responsibilities
- Provides patient care based on an individualized plan of care as delegated by the Registered Nurse/Physician.
- Monitors and documents patient status and condition, including vital signs, drains, dressings, and lab values.
- Informs the appropriate Registered Nurse/Physician of activities performed, observations of patients, and changes in patient status.
- Maintains accurate medical records and treats patient records as confidential.
- Collects and documents data as delegated by the Registered Nurse/Physician, using specialized equipment as needed.
- Orients patient/family to room and unit routines.
- Administers and documents administration of medications per policy.
Requirements
- Completion of an LPN program recognized by the SC State Board of Nursing.
- One year of experience as an LPN.
- Licensed to practice as an LPN in South Carolina.
Nice-to-haves
- Successful completion of the Prisma Health Nurse Residency Program or a comparable residency program from another organization.
- Enrollment in an accredited LPN to RN transition program.
