MUSC
North Charleston, SC
Job Description Summary The EKG Certified Medical Assistant II or Licensed Practical Nurse reports to the Ambulatory Services Manager and performs EKG testing for all patients scheduled. The EKG CMA II or LPN is also responsible for ensuring that all completed EKGs are appropriately processed through the MUSE database. Enters appropriate orders for EKGs in the EMR. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the EKG CMA II or LPN performs multi-skilled activities to support a decentralized patient-centered approach to patient care and achieve desired outcomes. Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Interviews patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records or inputs information to patients' medical record. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type...
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Nursing
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