What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position at Saratoga Medical Center?
Saratoga Medical is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in South Carolina.
Saratoga Medical has an exciting opportunity for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at South Carolina. This is a great full-time contract opportunity. Please see qualifications below and submit your resume if you are interested in being considered.
General Nature of Work
- Under general supervision, assists in a variety of paraprofessional nursing tasks within an institutional healthcare setting. This position is intended for inpatient environments involving high-risk and high-acuity patients.
- Employees in this role work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), licensed physician, or other authorized healthcare practitioner in accordance with South Carolina law.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide basic nursing care and patient support
- Monitor and observe patient conditions
- Maintain accurate medical documentation and records
- Assist with medication administration and nursing procedures
- Communicate effectively with healthcare staff and patients
- Follow institutional policies, procedures, and healthcare regulations
- Assist in emergency response situations when required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of practical nursing procedures and human anatomy
- Strong observation and attention-to-detail skills
- Effective verbal and written communication abilities
- Ability to maintain accurate patient documentation
- Knowledge of relevant state and federal healthcare regulations
- Ability to lift and move patients when necessary
Special Requirements:
- Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license through the South Carolina State Board of Nursing
- CPR/BLS certification may be required
- Some positions may require a valid driver’s license
Available Facilities & Shifts:
- McCormick Correctional Institution - Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM & Night Shift: 6:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Ridgeland Correctional Institution - Night Shift: 6:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Turbeville Correctional Institution - Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Broad River Correctional Institution - Night Shift: 6:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Saratoga Medical Center, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discharge, compensation or any other term or condition of employment on the basis of race, religion, color, age (over age 39), sex, national origin, or on the basis of disability if the employee can perform the essential functions of the job, with a reasonable accommodation if necessary.