LPN - Immediate Care

Powers Health•Munster, IN

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides patient care services and performs diagnostic procedures under the clinical direction of a Provider. The role assists Providers with patient visits and procedures in a medical office or clinic setting. Duties may also include front desk work such as answering telephones and scheduling patients. If applicable, the LPN collects and processes specimens, including blood, urine, Pap smears, and cultures. The position requires one 12-hour shift per month while there is a need. The LPN is expected to work a weekend shift if needed and must be willing to float among all five Immediate Care clinics in St. John, Schererville, Munster, Crown Point, and Valparaiso.

Requirements

Current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Indiana.
Current active CPR certification.
At least two years of current clinical experience.
Knowledge of scientific nursing principles and professional nursing standards, and skill in nursing techniques with the ability to adapt techniques to individual patient needs.
Knowledge and skill necessary to provide care for 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 collection.
Excellent attitude, interpersonal skills, and communication abilities to interact with patients, Providers, and other 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 a busy or stressful situation.
Willingness to float to all five Immediate Care clinics.

Responsibilities

Provide patient care services and perform diagnostic procedures under the clinical direction of a Provider.
Assist Providers with patient visits and procedures in a medical office or clinic setting.
Perform front desk duties when required, including telephone work and patient scheduling.
When applicable, collect and process specimens such as blood, urine, Pap smears, and cultures.
Take patient vital signs and administer injections and immunizations.
Complete charting and documentation, handle infectious waste, use sterile technique, and perform routine laboratory procedures, including specimen collection.
Track patient care and support improved patient flow.
Complete annual skill validation and follow safety and infection control procedures.
Work one 12-hour shift per month while there is a need, including a weekend shift if needed.
Float among all five Immediate Care clinics.