Licensed Practical Nurse - Atrium Health Shiland FM Fort Mill FT

About the role

The Department 01120 GCMG Shiland Family Medicine: Fort Mill is seeking a Full-time Benefits Eligible position. The schedule is Monday - Friday, 8-5, with a pay range of $24.10 - $36.15 per hour.

Major Responsibilities

• Prepares and rooms the patient for exam by obtaining vital signs and documenting/updating pertinent health information.
• Performs laboratory procedures using principles of aseptic technique and standard precautions / infection control guidelines.
• Auxiliary in procedures and surgeries such as pelvic exams, allergy scratch testing, EMG, cautery, colposcopy, etc.
• Administers medications, under physician/provider orders, including: immunizations, antibiotics, pain medications, vitamins, topical agents, and insulin.
• Initiates, maintains and discontinues IV therapy; administering selected fluids with pre-mixed medications.
• Provides basic patient education on the performance of tasks, skills, treatment and self-care.
• Follows through with necessary procedure or test requests, prescription refills, new appointment times and referrals to other facilities or services.
• Communicates with physicians and other members of the health care team.
• Documents and communicates accurate and timely information regarding patient conditions.
• Completes routine maintenance and quality monitoring of clinic equipment using appropriate technique when cleaning, sterilizing and caring for instruments and other equipment.
• Participates in patient centered initiatives, care management, performance and quality improvement activities.

Qualifications

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license issued by the state in which the team member practices, and Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days unless department leader has determined it is not required.

Completion of an accredited or approved program in Practical Nursing.

Skills

Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills; ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, staff and physicians.

Excellent organization, prioritization and problem solving skills.

Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a windows operating system, and use of electronic mail with exposure to electronic medical records systems.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Must sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders throughout the workday.

Must be able to: lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs over the head, carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance.

Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs of force, perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present.

Will be exposed to the following hazards on a frequent basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, blood and body fluids.

Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine-hand manipulation skills.

Operates all equipment essential to perform the job.