Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Physician Practice

Banner Health

1d•$26 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

Banner Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for its Oakridge Family Practice in Loveland, Colorado. The position 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. The LPN observes, contributes to care planning, implements and documents patient care in accordance with department policies, standards of care, and state scope of practice. The role uses nursing knowledge and skills to contribute to assessment and provide and evaluate care appropriate to patients’ physical and developmental needs. In this family medicine clinic, the LPN rooms patients, assists with in-office procedures, and supports patient phone calls. The team describes its environment as friendly and easygoing while focused on business and customer service. The role works directly with patients, physicians, and other staff in a fast-paced setting. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., on the day shift. The job posting offers a $1,000 hire-on bonus for external candidates; the recruiter will discuss its details during the interview. Estimated pay is $26.05–$39.07 per hour, with the final offer based on relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, geographic location, and pay equity considerations.

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 depending on the area of practice.
Completion of a state-approved IV therapy program may be required in certain facilities or departments, depending on state scope of practice, regulatory requirements, or facility/department policy.
Banner Registry and Travel positions require at least one year of experience in an acute care hospital setting, including work in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as an LPN or LVN in the specialty area.
Banner Home Care AZ employees must have an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at hire and maintain it throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Observe, compile, and report patients’ physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural, and discharge-planning needs, and review information obtained by the health care team.
Contribute to the plan of care, including the discharge plan, under the direction of a registered nurse; collaborate with the multidisciplinary team and provide input on updates as patient needs change.
Implement delegated interventions identified in care plans and medical orders within scope of practice and in accordance with policies, standards of care, and regulatory requirements.
Promote continuity of care by communicating patient status accurately and completely to other caregivers; may delegate and supervise care provided by non-licensed personnel in accordance with state scope of practice.
Report patient conditions and signs or symptoms of change to the registered nurse and/or physician, and observe and report patient progress, responses to teaching, and effectiveness of care.
Document observations, interventions, patient responses, and physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.
Room patients, assist with in-office procedures, and support patient phone calls.
When applicable, coordinate care documentation and assessment data, communicate with the interdisciplinary team about care levels and transitions, and perform or summarize audits related to reimbursement documentation and quality management.
When applicable, coordinate admissions and communicate with residents, families, referral sources, insurance companies, and clinical staff to facilitate the admission process and problem-solving.