Part Time Mcleod Hospital Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Essential Job Responsibilities/Expectations

Assists the physician in assessing the needs of patients based on data collected through history, observation, physical exam, telephone triage and analysis of diagnostic data:

• Performs direct patient care, i.e. triage, assessment, procedures, treatments, patient education, discharge and follow-up instructions. Prepares patient to be seen by physician.
• Formulates the initial database by systematically collecting pertinent information through communication with patient and family, observation, and objective evaluation. This includes vital signs, history, and chief complaint, and documentation of all relevant information in the patient's chart.
• Records database in patient's medical record as appropriate.
• Performs specialized tests such as audiometry, electrocardiography, inhalation treatments, and selected laboratory procedures as needed in practice.
• Prepares medications and gives injections as ordered by the physician.
• Assists physician with treatments and procedures as needed.
• Provides patient education appropriate to the situation.
• Schedules testing and referral appointments for patients per physician instructions.
• Consults with patient on telephone calls whether addressing the problem or referring the call to the physician.
• Performs follow-up calls to patients as necessary.
• Cleans and straightens examination rooms between patients according to OSHA standards.
• Keeps all necessary instruments clean and in examination rooms.
• Sets up and maintains equipment and immediately notifies the physician office manager or appropriate personnel of any malfunction.
• Maintains medical supply inventory, checks expiration dates on drugs and vaccines and disposes of outdated medications. Orders all medical supplies and assists drug representatives as needed.
• Develops and maintains a working knowledge of all equipment needed to perform duties.

Possesses skills and abilities required in a multifaceted environment in addition to those relating to nursing:

• Promotes a climate conducive to learning through encouragement of co-worker's formal and informal continuing education.
• Assists with overall review of quality of patient care by performing chart audits and prescribed data collection.
• Actively participates in departmental QA projects. Promotes the practice mission and philosophy.
• Promotes the practice by projecting a positive image.
• Demonstrates a willingness to perform the duties of other department personnel when workload requires.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Training:

• Computer skills required.

Education/Certifications/Licenses:

• Current South Carolina (or compact state) licensure as an LPN (SCLLR) in good standing required.
• Basic Life Saving (BLS) certification must be obtained within 90-days of hire

About Us

Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area. With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds, including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health.

About the Team

If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job Info

• Job Identification 24893
• Job Category Nursing
• Degree Level Associate Degree
• Job Schedule Part time
• Locations 3655 Mitchell St # 690001, Loris, SC, 29569, US (On-site)