Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Urology Clinic

Lifepoint Health•Georgetown, KY

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct patient care in the Urology Clinic under the supervision and delegation of a registered nurse, in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. The LPN contributes to patient assessment by collecting data for RN analysis, carries out care-plan interventions, documents care, and supports patients with activities of daily living. The role also includes monitoring and communicating patient status, advocating for patients’ physical and emotional well-being, scheduling appointments and procedures, and obtaining insurance re-authorizations as requested. The position is full-time, weekdays, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Centerpoint Urology treats a range of urinary tract and reproductive health conditions for men and women, including urinary tract infections, kidney stones, overactive bladder or incontinence, enlarged prostate, prostatitis, erectile dysfunction, male infertility, blood in urine, low testosterone, and pelvic pain.

Requirements

Graduate of a Practical Nursing program.
Current LPN license to practice in Kentucky.
AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.
Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

Collect patient data under an RN’s direction to contribute to patient assessment.
Perform plan-of-care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care.
May administer medication.
Document patient care.
Assist the RN with developing the plan of care.
Assist patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
Monitor and document patient status and reactions to interventions, and communicate them to the RN, physician, patient, and families.
Advocate for the patient’s physical and emotional well-being.
Schedule appointments and procedures as ordered by the provider.
Obtain insurance re-authorizations as requested for testing and scheduled procedures.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Paid family leave and paid time off.
Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
Loan assistance.
401(k) retirement package with company match.
Wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Free parking.