Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Physician Practice - Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery

Mercy Health • Springfield, OH

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About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery physician practice delivers patient care under the direction of the Physician. As an integral member of the health care team, the LPN prepares and assesses patients for provider visits and observes, records, and reports patient responses to care provided during appointments. The role includes direct basic nursing care within the LPN scope of practice, assistance with provider procedures and interventions, specimen handling, chaperoning during examinations, and assigned clerical or administrative duties.

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.

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 the provider with procedures, treatments, and interventions.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed