Chester Nursing Center: Licensed Practical Nurse

Provides patient/family-centered care, acting as partner and adviser, assists and supports patients and families to optimally manage their health care, respecting their culture and values, individual needs, health goals, and treatment preferences. Applies critical reasoning and astute clinical judgment to expedite appropriate care and treatment, especially given that the patient may be present with complex problems or potentially life-threatening conditions. Uses critical thinking in clinical problem-solving relative to the scope of practice, knowledge, competency, and experience. Assists medical staff with preparation, examination, and procedure, including interviewing/screening patients to obtain personal data and chief complaints, documentation for records, and vital signs. Performs telephone and in-person screenings. Participates in recording and reporting responsibilities; documents findings relevant to patients' health care status or plan of care, documents accurately and consistently per approved policies/procedures. Prioritizes and documents incoming phone calls, as assigned, regarding medications, and medical conditions, and reviews with provider as needed for orders or changes. Cleans and stocks examination rooms and/or other supply areas. Documents all patient care in the medical record according to the medical center policy.

Licensure/Certification: Graduated from a recognized Licensed Practical Nursing program and licensed as an LPN with the state of South Carolina or a compact state. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) with the American Heart Association (AHA) is required. Some positions require certification in AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and NIHSS Stroke Scale Certification