Under direct supervision provides medical evaluation, treatment, consultation and education to clients.
This class is intended for use in a non-institutional setting. Employees in this class work in outpatient settings such as county health departments, clinics, schools and other community settings. Employees in this class work under the supervision of an advanced practice registered nurse, registered nurse, licensed physician or other practitioner authorized by SC law to supervise the practice of licensed practical nurses.
Reviews client referrals to determine if they meet the medical standards for entrance into health programs offered by the agency. Reviews immunization status, administers age-appropriate vaccines per standing orders and accurately completes SC Certificate of Immunization. Provides medical testing, treatment, consultation and instruction to clients to include proper dietary habits, administration of medicines and overall care of their health. Conducts follow-up as needed with appropriate medical, psychological or other professional providers of services or treatment to clients in order to determine client's conditions and on-going medical needs. Maintains current documentation and medical records on all clients enrolled in agency health programs. Plans, conducts and evaluates group health education classes. Provides technical assistance to other members of the multi-disciplinary healthcare team and community related to nutrition, health promotion and disease prevention. Participates as a member of the multi-disciplinary team in clinic/class scheduling, caseload monitoring and outreach. Coordinates with other program staff to enhance integration and quality of service. Inspects healthcare facilities and/or service providers. Evaluates the entities to determine the degree to which standards are effectively carried out. Identifies conditions that do not meet standards. Advises personnel administering activities and services to develop a plan of correction to remedy deficiencies, prevent their reoccurrence and improve overall quality control and compliance with standards.
Knowledge of practical nursing procedures. Knowledge of sanitation, personal hygiene, basic health, and safety practices. Knowledge of the human anatomy. Ability to collect relevant health screening information. Ability to provide nutrition education, health promotion and disease prevention education to clients. Ability to maintain attention to detail. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to maintain accurate medical documentation. Knowledge of relevant federal and state regulations and laws. Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of socioeconomic, racial, ethnic and educational backgrounds. Knowledge of the principles of adult learning. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of the healthcare team.
Positions in this classification require licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the State Board of Nursing for South Carolina. May require basic life support skills including CPR and AED use. Some positions may require possession of a valid driver’s license.
Successful completion of an approved nursing education program for professional nursing or an equivalent course of study from an approved nursing education program per Section 40-33-32 of the South Carolina Nurse Licensure Act.