Licensed Practical Nurse, Clinic - Dept of Behavioral Health - FT 1.0 (80 hrs biweekly) (73781)

Memorial Health System • Belpre, OH

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About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse renders professional nursing care in accordance with departmental policies and procedures in an environment of continuous quality improvement. The position directs and guides patient education, follows the MHS Standards of Excellence, and maintains strict confidentiality. The nurse works under provider direction and within the scope of practice, contributing to patient care and maintaining accurate clinical documentation.

Requirements

• High school degree or GED.
• Completion of an accredited LPN school.
• Licensed in Ohio and/or West Virginia as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• BLS certification.
• Demonstrated proficiency in a clinical setting, including relevant knowledge and skills.
• Knowledge of documenting and maintaining electronic health records.

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to nursing plans of care and provide appropriate nursing interventions and procedures in accordance with clinic policies and procedures.
• Provide and record sample medications under the direction of the provider.
• Observe patients, identify care problems, and communicate them to the provider.
• Document patient intake, including vital statistics, allergies, past history, current medications, and review-of-systems findings as reported by the patient or delegate.
• Perform assigned nursing procedures and treatments as ordered and within scope of practice, with timely documentation.
• Assist with patient education as needed.
• Maintain accurate nursing documentation by authenticating medical-record entries and keeping office records and logs as directed by the supervisor.
• Collect specimens and complete forms in accordance with department or unit standards.
• Submit prescriptions under provider direction and document prescriptions in the patient medical record when executed, after an appropriate physician order is given.
• Maintain compliance in RQI.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

Benefits

• Affordable, comprehensive benefits package for full-time and flex-time employees.
• Bonus eligibility for qualifying full-time or flex-time employees; eligibility is determined upon offer.

What This Job Offers

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