Licensed Practical Nurse - Transitional Care

Owensboro Health•Greenville, KY

About The Position

Provides direct patient care under the direction of a registered nurse, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or physician in the Transitional Care department at Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital. The position is part time at 0.7 FTE (56 hours per pay period), with work hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The role works under general supervision and requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and appropriate action in a stressful environment. It applies advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specialization. The position requires an LPN license and eligibility to practice in Kentucky upon hire, as well as Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification within 45 days of employment. A high school diploma, GED, or higher is required upon hire; no prior work experience is required. Physical demands include frequent standing and walking, frequent lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds, and other activities described in the physical-demands list. Hazardous drug risk exposure is high. The employee supports Owensboro Health’s mission, vision, core commitments, and business interests; follows organizational policies and procedures; and works consistently with a culture of compliance, safety, and high reliability. Duties may vary by department, and additional related duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or higher required upon hire.
LPN license and eligibility to practice in the state of Kentucky required upon hire.
Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification required within 45 days of employment.
Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
Ability to work under general supervision and take appropriate action in a stressful environment.
Advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specialization.
No work experience required.

Responsibilities

Contribute to patient assessments by collecting data for review.
Administer medications and observe patients for adverse reactions.
Evaluate the learning needs of patients and families and provide education based on age, culture, and willingness to learn.
Perform job duties in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act.
May triage patients and refer them to a physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant when needed.
May relay information to patients.
May carry out orders from a physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant as they pertain to patient needs.
May perform administrative or clerical duties in support of the assigned clinical department.
May perform plan-of-care interventions.
Support Owensboro Health’s mission, vision, core commitments, and business interests; follow organizational policies and procedures; and act consistently with a culture of compliance, safety, and high reliability.