Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Clinic

Lifepoint Health • Henderson, NC

115d

About The Position

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 center's patients according to all the hospital policies and procedures, care and safety protocols, and Clinical Services Practice Guidelines.

Requirements

• Successful completion of the LPN diploma program or Associate's degree is required.
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) though the American Heart Association is required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 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…

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees