Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Physician Practice - Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) delivers patient care under the direction of a physician and works as an integral member of the health care team. The role includes preparing and assessing patients for provider visits and observing, recording, and reporting patient responses to care provided during appointments. The LPN provides direct basic nursing care within the scope of practice and supports providers with procedures, treatments, and interventions. The position is in the Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery physician practice and is scheduled for 40 hours per week on day shifts.
Requirements
- Active state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure or LPN applicant.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
- Ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to patients of all ages.
- Ability to learn and use a computer-based patient appointment scheduling and registration system.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a team.
- Strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
Nice To Haves
- One year of clinical patient care experience is preferred, but not required.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with physicians and other health care team members to meet patient and family needs.
- Implement the plan of care by providing direct basic nursing care in accordance with the LPN scope of practice.
- Label and package specimens appropriately, as trained.
- Assist with indirect care through clerical or administrative duties assigned by the registered nurse.
- Act as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examinations when requested.
- Assist providers with procedures, treatments, and interventions.
- Observe, record, and report patient responses to medical care provided during appointments.
- Prepare and assess patients for provider visits.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
- Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.
- $2,500 sign-on bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
