Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Primary Care Irvine

Mercy Health BSMH • Irvine, KY

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About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) delivers patient care under the direction of a physician and serves as an integral member of the health care team. The role helps provide high-quality care by preparing and assessing patients for provider visits and observing, recording, and reporting patient responses to care during appointments. The LPN collaborates with physicians and other health care team members, provides direct basic nursing care within the LPN scope of practice, and assists with procedures and administrative tasks as assigned.

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, team environment.
• Strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• One year of clinical patient care experience (preferred, not required).

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 as 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.
• Observe, record, and report patient responses to medical care during appointments.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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