LPN - Family Medicine, Sign-on Bonus Eligible

Powers Health•Hobart, IN

About The Position

Under the clinical direction of a Provider, the Licensed Practical Nurse performs patient care services and diagnostic procedures in a medical office or clinic. The LPN assists the Provider with patient visits and procedures. The role may also include front desk duties such as answering telephone calls and scheduling patients. When applicable, phlebotomy duties include collecting and processing specimens such as blood, urine, Pap smears, and cultures.

Requirements

Current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Indiana.
Current active CPR certification.
At least 2 years of current clinical experience.
Knowledge of scientific nursing principles and professional nursing standards, with skill in nursing techniques and adapting them to individual patient needs.
Ability to provide care for patients of all age groups and their family members.
Ability to take patient vital signs, administer injections and immunizations, complete charting and documentation, handle infectious waste, use sterile technique, and perform routine laboratory procedures including specimen collection.
Excellent attitude, interpersonal skills, and communication abilities for interacting with patients, Providers, and hospital associates.
Organizational skills focused on tracking patient care and improving patient flow.
Ability to multitask efficiently and effectively.
Ability to act calmly and effectively in busy or stressful situations.

Responsibilities

Perform patient care services and diagnostic procedures under the clinical direction of a Provider.
Assist the Provider with patient visits and procedures in the medical office or clinic.
Perform front desk duties when required, including telephone work and patient scheduling.
When applicable, collect and process specimens, including blood, urine, Pap smears, and cultures.
Take patient vital signs and administer injections and immunizations.
Complete charting and documentation, handle infectious waste, and use sterile technique.
Perform routine laboratory procedures, including specimen collection.
Complete annual skill validation and follow safety and infection control procedures.