CHF Educator - LPN

Job Description SummaryProvides 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 examination, and to include interviewing/screening patients to obtain personal data and chief complaint, documentation for records. Performs telephone and in-person screenings. Participates in recording and reporting responsibilities; documents findings relevant to patient's health care status or plan of care, documents accurately and consistently in accordance with approved policies/procedures. Prioritizes and documents patient incoming phone calls, as assigned, regarding medications, medical conditions, and reviews with provider as needed for orders or changes. Documents all patient care.Minimum Education and Experience:Graduation from a recognized Licensed Practical Nursing program and licensed as an LPN within the state of South Carolina or a compact state.Five years of LPN experience preferred with knowledge of disease processes such as CHF/COPD. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provide.Educational experience a plus.EntityMedical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)Worker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-Type"‹RegularCost CenterCC003747 COL - Case Management (DMC)Pay Rate TypeSalaryPay GradeHealth-26Scheduled Weekly Hours40Work ShiftDay (United States of America)Job DescriptionA program coordinator oversees programs and activities within the department ensuring efficiency and smooth workflow. They must also coordinate with different departments to gather and analyze data, producing daily progress reports and documentation. Furthermore, as a clinical program coordinator, it is essential to lead and encourage the workforce to reach goals, all while implementing the company's policies and regulations, and also complete other duties at the discretion of management.Additional Job DescriptionGraduation from a recognized Licensed Practical Nursing program and licensed as an LPN within the state of South Carolina or a compact state. Two years of LPN experience required. The applicant should have some knowledge of complex medical terminology and advanced disease processes, strong interpersonal skills, ability to delegate to appropriate personnel, ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships both internally and externally, strong organizational skills, ability to rapidly prioritize/reprioritize, strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to work autonomously and in terms, critical-thinking skills, and ability to multi-task. Licensed as an LPN within the state of South Carolina or a compact state. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!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. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here:

Created: 2025-09-23