Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Neurosurgical Associates Clinic

Lifepoint Health•Somerset, KY

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works in the Neurosurgery Clinic under the direction of a registered nurse (RN). The role contributes to patient assessment by collecting information for RN analysis and carries out plan-of-care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care. The LPN may administer medication, documents care, and assists the RN with developing care plans. The position also supports patients with activities of daily living and monitors, documents, and communicates patient status and reactions to interventions to the RN, physician, patients, and families. The LPN advocates for patients’ physical and emotional well-being and schedules provider-ordered appointments and procedures, including obtaining insurance re-authorizations for testing and scheduled procedures. This is a full-time, weekday clinic position, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The employee also helps maintain a clean and safe work environment, reports incidents and hazards, completes safety instruction, attends clinic meetings, and assists teammates when time permits.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved practical nursing program.
Current LPN/PN license to practice in Kentucky and in good standing with the Board of Health Professions; an active Kentucky single-state or compact license is required.
If relocating, update licensure to the new Primary State of Residence before employment begins.
BCLS certification within 30 days of hire.
Knowledge of ICD-9 and ICD-10, CPT codes, insurance benefits, and healthcare backgrounds.

Responsibilities

Collect patient data to contribute to assessments for analysis by an RN.
Perform plan-of-care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care.
May administer medication.
Document patient care provided.
Assist the RN with development of the plan of care.
Assist patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
Monitor, document, and communicate patients’ status and reactions to interventions to the RN, physician, patients, and families.
Advocate for patients’ 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.
Attend clinic meetings.
Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Report incidents, hazards, and drug interactions, and initiate appropriate action.
Complete safety instructional programs.
Assist other team members when time permits.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Paid family leave
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