LPN(Helena, AR)

University of Arkansas System • UAMS, LA

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About The Position

UAMS Helena Family Medical Center is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support ongoing care delivery within a multidisciplinary scope of practice. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the LPN provides direct patient care and contributes to assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care for a selected group of patients. The role works with patients, families, and providers to implement individual health plans.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or formal educational equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program.
• Associate degree in Nursing.
• One year of work experience in clinical nursing.
• Current Arkansas Licensed Practical Nurse license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong clinical knowledge and technique.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
• Strong patient advocacy and patient education skills.
• Oral, written, and persuasive communication skills.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships and demonstrate personal credibility.
• Ability to make independent judgments with significant organizational impact.
• Ability to provide motivational support within the area of responsibility.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Professional and courteous telephone etiquette.
• General knowledge of office machines, including printers, fax machines, and scanners.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of work experience in a clinical environment with direct patient care.
• Good working knowledge of the state immunization registry and care management.
• PCMH experience and care management experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within the limits of the Arkansas Nurse Practice Act and UAMS policies, procedures, and standards.
• Adhere to UAMS care guidelines.
• Observe patients, document care, and report changes in their conditions.
• Provide basic patient care and treatment.
• Administer prescribed medications and start intravenous fluids.
• Measure and record patients’ vital signs.
• Assist patients with standing, walking, bathing, dressing, and moving in bed.
• Supervise nurses’ aides and assistants.
• Respond to patient calls and determine how to assist.
• Collect blood, urine, sputum, and other samples and perform routine laboratory tests on samples.
• Clean rooms and make beds.
• Inventory and requisition supplies and instruments.
• Record food and fluid intake and output.
• Model UAMS Core Values and comply with company guidelines.
• Perform related responsibilities as required or assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for qualifying staff and family.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Retirement contribution matched by UAMS up to 10%.
• Basic life insurance up to $50,000.
• Career training and educational opportunities.
• Merchant discounts.
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using the UAMS pharmacy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree