LPN, Physician Center - Float Pool

LMHS Careers • Newark, OH

3d

About The Position

The Physician Center LPN provides nursing care to individuals and groups under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician, applying basic knowledge of biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences. The role includes supporting clinical assessments and care planning, providing direct technical nursing care, administering medications after completing the required pharmacology course and examination, and communicating patient information to the appropriate clinician. The LPN also maintains clinical competency, helps sustain a clean and safe care environment, follows Universal Precautions, and participates in quality improvement activities. Pediatric experience is a plus.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Maintain current licensure in the State of Ohio.
• Function within the scope of practice for a licensed practical nurse as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.
• Maintain BCLS certification.
• Possess basic analytical ability to perform assigned tasks and gather and interpret data in situations that are not difficult or complex.
• Demonstrate the ability to provide supervised care for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Demonstrate knowledge, skill, and ability in phlebotomy, EKG, vital signs, medication administration by oral, medication nebulizer, IM, and SQ routes for children and adults, ear lavage, monofilament, glucometer, occult blood, visual and auditory acuity, strep screening, urinalysis, urine pregnancy testing, and specimen collection and preparation as applicable to the practice setting.
• Demonstrate the ability to proficiently operate office machines and computer systems, including IDX, EMR, and Meditech, as well as fax machines, telephones, and photocopiers.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist Physicians, nurse practitioners, and registered nurses in assessing patients and contribute information to the planning and evaluation of quality patient care.
• Provide direct technical nursing care to patients.
• Administer medications ordered by a licensed provider after completing the 90-hour Pharmacology Course and passing the National Exam.
• Maintain clinical competency and nursing skills through continuing education.
• Inform the Physician, nurse practitioner, or registered nurse of patient symptoms, reactions, progress, and other information related to care.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Practice Universal Precautions.
• Participate in the ongoing quality improvement program and respond to results obtained through data collection.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed