Provides routine, standardized nursing care for patients under the supervision of the physician.
This job requires regional travel across all Prisma Health sites.
* Assists physicians with examinations, procedures and other activities related to direct patient care.20%
* Arranges for patient appointments for diagnostic testing, consults, referrals and admission to hospital.15%
* Monitors and maintains stock of medical supplies and proper functioning of equipment.10%
* 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.10%
* Calls in prescriptions for patients according to physician order.10%
* Promotes positive health behaviors and self care skills through patient education.5%
* Prepares exam rooms with appropriate instruments, supplies and equipment. Cleans exam rooms between procedures and exams.10%
* Receives and returns clinically related telephone calls; screening and forwarding those requiring physician action.10%
* Completes medical/physical history forms and other related information for insurance companies.5%
* Informs physician of changes in schedule.5%
Supervisory/Management Responsibilities
This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.
Minimum Requirements
Completion of a LPN program recognized by the SC State Board of Nursing.
One year experience as a LPN.
Required Licensure/Registrations/Certifications
Licensed to practice as a LPN in South Carolina.
In Lieu Of The Above Minimum Requirements
In lieu of 1 year of LPN experience, will accept successful completion of the Prisma Health Nurse Residency Program or successful completion of a comparable residency program from another organization.
In lieu of completion of a LPN program, will accept program equivalency recognized by the SC State Board of Nursing.
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