Licensed Practical Nurse - Night
Job Description
Lancaster County Detention Center 12-hour Shifts / 6:00pm - 6:00am
Entity
MUSC Community Physicians (MCP)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Cost Center
CC005998
MCP
MCP - Lancaster County Detention Center
Scheduled Weekly Hours
36
Work Shift
12-hour Shifts / 6:00pm - 6:00am
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
Pay Grade
Health-25
Pay
Commensurate with experience
Qualifications
- Graduate from an accredited Practical Nurse program.
- Licensed as an LPN in South Carolina or a compact state.
- A current CPR card is required (AHA BLS or Red Cross Professional Rescuer).
Responsibilities
- Provides patient/family centered care, acting as partner and adviser, assisting patients to optimally manage their health care while respecting individual needs, values, and preferences.
- Applies critical reasoning and astute clinical judgment to expedite appropriate care and treatment.
- Uses critical thinking in clinical problem-solving relative to scope of practice, knowledge, competency, and experience.
- Assists medical staff with preparation, examination, and procedures, including interviewing/screening patients, documenting findings, and obtaining vital signs.
- Performs telephone and in-person screenings.
- Participates in documentation and reporting responsibilities, prioritizes patient calls, and cleans/stocks exam rooms.
- Correctional-specific Responsibilities Include:
- Performing nursing care for inmates/detainees in accordance with facility rules and security procedures.
- Conducting medical intake screenings when needed during booking or admission.
- Responding to medical emergencies inside the secure perimeter.
- Working with correctional officers to ensure safe movement of inmates to and from the medical unit.
- Maintaining control of sharps, medications, and medical equipment per correctional safety standards.
- Providing care in environments that may include locked cells, exam rooms, segregation units, and intake/booking areas.
- Maintaining required professionalism, boundaries, and awareness at all times.
Benefits
- 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
- Wellbeing resources
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee perks and discounts
- Employee referral program
- Flexible schedule options
- Certification incentive program
Company Information
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Additional Information
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