Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Cardiovascular Greeley

Banner Health•Denver, CO

5d•$26 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse and/or licensed physician, and is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by the LPN or by those under their direction. The role observes and contributes to the plan of care, implements and documents patient care in accordance with department policies, standards of care, and state scope of practice, and uses nursing knowledge and skills to contribute to assessment, planning, provision, and evaluation of care appropriate to patients’ physical and developmental ages. In the Cardiology Clinic, the LPN coordinates patient care and supports providers. Typical duties include managing medication authorizations, administering vaccinations, performing point-of-care testing, preparing patients for exams and treatment, administering injections, drawing blood, and performing EKGs. The position works under supervision in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment with a strong focus on customer service, interacting with patients, families, physicians, and staff throughout the facility. The schedule is Monday through Friday, four 10-hour shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with a varying day off each week. The LPN follows a provider’s schedule. The primary work location is 1800 15th St., Suite 310, Greeley, Colorado; the employee may float to the Loveland clinic for staffing support if needed.

Requirements

Current, valid LPN or LVN license in the state of practice, a temporary LPN or LVN license in the state of practice, or compact LPN or LVN licensure for the current state of practice.
BLS certification.
Additional certification or continuing education may be required based on the area of practice.
Completion of a state-approved IV therapy program may be required in certain facilities or departments, according to scope of practice, regulatory requirements, or facility/department policy.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the designated clinical area.
Additional related education and/or experience.

Responsibilities

Observe, compile, and report patients’ physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural, and discharge-planning needs, and review information from other health care team members.
Contribute to and review the plan of care, including discharge planning, under the direction of a registered nurse and in collaboration with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
Implement delegated care interventions and medical orders within scope of practice and in accordance with policies, standards of care, and regulatory requirements.
Promote continuity of care by accurately communicating patient status to other caregivers; may delegate and supervise non-licensed personnel as permitted by state scope of practice.
Report patient condition and signs or symptoms of change to a registered nurse and/or physician; observe and report progress, responses to teaching, and effectiveness of care.
Document observations, interventions, patient responses, and physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.
Manage medication authorizations, administer vaccinations, and perform point-of-care testing.
Prepare patients for examinations and treatment, including administering injections, drawing blood, and performing EKGs.