Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Paramedic Emergency Department Community Hospital South

Community Health Network • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

Community South Emergency Department has a full-time night-shift opportunity for an LPN or Paramedic. The Licensed Practical Nurse performs direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and collaborates with the RN on the plan of care. Direct care may include assisting with activities of daily living, medication administration, and phlebotomy. Indirect care may include order transcription, documentation, and reinforcing patient and family education. The LPN also collaborates with other team members to perform unit services as directed.

Requirements

• For the LPN role: graduate from a recognized accredited school of practical nursing, or graduate from a non-accredited school of practical nursing with three years of related professional nursing experience.
• For the LPN role: hold an Indiana Professional Licensing Agency license as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• For the Paramedic role: have a high school diploma or GED and state certification from the Indiana Department of Homeland Security.
• Out-of-state paramedics who are not currently certified in Indiana must have valid registration and pass practical and written exams within 60 days of hire to become certified in Indiana.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience working as a Paramedic, EMT, or ED Technician is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Collaborate with the RN on the plan of care.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Administer medications and perform phlebotomy.
• Provide indirect care, including order transcription, documentation, and reinforcement of patient and family education.
• Collaborate with other team members to perform unit services as directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED