Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Minor Emergency TOD – Howland Urgent Care
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Job Location:
Warren, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
5 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours!
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
30Work Shift:
Days/Afternoons (United States of America)Mercy Health
About Us
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion collaboration excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion human dignity integrity service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) Howland Urgent Care
Under the direction of a Licensed Professional (e.g. Physician or Nurse Practitioner) the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for the delivery of patient care utilizing the nursing process through data collection and assessment identifying and determining the priority of patients problems/needs and evaluating the process and outcome of nursing care. The LPN coordinates provides and directs patient teaching activities and coordinates the care provided by health team members. The LPN complies to all documentation standards within the scope of the Medical Assistant and the LPN role.
Essential Job Functions
- Analyzes the assessment data evaluates patients condition and collaborates with the provider to develop and maintain the patients plan of care.
- Provides education to patients families and staff members in conjunction with other healthcare entities under the direction of the provider or manager.
- Coordinates the care of the patient with other healthcare entities according to the patients plan of care.
- Administers medications in a safe manner which is consistent with the organizations policies and procedures as well as the state requirements with which they are licensed in.
- LPNs in a lead position serve as subject matter experts and clinical and professional mentors within the practice.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) from the state of employment or LPN applicant (required)
- BLS certification is preferred upon hire and required within 30 days and/or prior to independent patient care
Education
None
Work Experience
1 year of clinical patient care experience (preferred)
Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)
Skills
- Take and document vital signs
- Room patients
- Monitor patient conditions during in-office treatment(s)
- Document patients medical records
- Administer medications/vaccinations within scope
- Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care
- Manage patient messages and communications (e.g. in-basket MyChart messages)
- Schedule tests and appointments
- Telephonic patient triage
- Attention to detail
- Acceptance of authority
- Critical thinking
- Communication with family members
- Collaboration
- Teamwork
- Conflict resolution
- Active listening
- Relationship building
- Time management skills
- Dependability
- Adaptability
- Flexibility
- Accountable
Working Conditions
- Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
- May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
- May be required to use physical restraints
- May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold hot dust wind etc.
- May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
- May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*
- May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*
- May have periods of constant interruptions
Patient Population
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
- Neonates (0-4 weeks)
- Infant (1-12 months)
- Pediatrics (1-12 years)
- Adolescents (13-17 years)
- Adults (18-64 years)
- Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.
What we offer
Competitive pay incentives referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical dental vision prescription coverage HSA/FSA options life insurances mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off parental and FMLA leave short- and long-term disability backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Department:
Minor Emergency TOD - St. JosephIt is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .
Required Experience:
IC
