Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Clinic
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30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Maria Parham Health
Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. With 205 licensed beds Maria Parham Health is equipped for every health care need one can encounter. We are fully licensed by Joint Commission the College of American Pathologists and Rated Highest In-Patient Safety from Leapfrog.
Where We Are:
Henderson offers a great outdoors including the regions largest lake providing endless hours of fun boating fishing skiing and camping. Throw in great golfing hunting and two fantastic recreational organizations and you may find yourself having a hard time deciding what to do next!
Why Choose Us:
Health (Medical Dental Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
Competitive Paid Time Off PTO cash out and PTO donation programs
Employee Assistance Program mental physical and financial wellness assistance
Loan Repayment and Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
Robust employee recognition and awards programs
And much more
Position Summary
Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider the Surgical Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides wound-related and other basic nursing care to the centers patients according to all the hospital policies and procedures care and safety protocols and Clinical Services Practice Guidelines.
Reports to: Clinic Manager
Responsibilities of the Position
Identifies special needs of patients including medication and equipment requirements and communicates needs to procedural staff as well as identify and respond to patient/family educational needs and teaches in accordance with current clinical practice of standards.
Contacts patients before their procedure to discuss prep instructions sedation options anticoagulation adjustments and other requirements for a successful procedure as well as manages consults so they display the proper state and are within the established time standards.
Recognizes and monitors age-specific and/or cultural needs of patients and modifies approach in planning of patient care.
Participates in research and departmental Performance Improvement activities under direction of RN when assigned.
Follows all evidence-based medicine and core measures as supported by Maria Parham Health.
Utilizes supplies and resources in a cost-effective manner.
Other duties as assigned.
May function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with policy.
Required Education
Successful completion of the LPN diploma program or Associates degree is required.
Certifications/Licenses
Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license is required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) though the American Heart Association is required.
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated organization prioritization and time-management skills.
Basic knowledge of regulatory/accrediting requirements for healthcare organizations.
Strong interpersonal listening as well as oral and written communication skills.
Customer service skills and follow-up skills.
Ability to multi-task and to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work with others and in a team environment.
Problem solving skills.
Ability to stay calm in all situations.
Working knowledge of computerized nursing systems.
EEOC Statement
Maria Parham Health is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color race sex age religion national origin disability genetic information gender identity sexual orientation veterans status or any other basis protected by applicable federal state or local law.
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- ICU Experience
- Dermal Fillers
- Experience Administering Injections
- Home Care
- Nursing
- Botox Experience
- Critical Care Experience
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feeding
About Company
Lifepoint Health provides a diversified healthcare delivery network that includes community hospital campuses, rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities across the United States.
