LPN - Wound Clinic

IU Health•Muncie, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

IU Health is seeking a compassionate and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse to support patient care in its Wound Clinic. The LPN uses the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate care for individual patients, collaborates with the healthcare team, and evaluates patient responses to interventions and progress toward goals. The role accepts delegated nursing measures that the LPN is prepared, qualified, and licensed to perform. The position is located at 2901 W Jackson St, Muncie, Indiana. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with some flexibility. Successful completion of orientation is required. IU Health requires new hires to receive specified vaccinations, including influenza and COVID-19, unless an exemption is approved; new hires may also submit proof of prior vaccination. The posting notes that COVID-19 vaccination was required by September 1, 2021, for team members.

Requirements

Graduate from a nationally accredited licensed practical nursing program.
Hold an active Indiana Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) LPN license.
Hold Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
Successfully complete orientation.
Be a dependable and reliable team player.
Have a positive attitude and strong communication skills.
Be able to work in a fast-paced setting.
Be willing to learn and support teammates.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of relevant experience is preferred.
Other advanced life support certifications may be required depending on unit or department specialty and patient care policies.

Responsibilities

Perform and document patient assessments within the LPN scope of practice.
Obtain and monitor vital signs.
Administer oral, topical, subcutaneous, and intramuscular medications as permitted by policy.
Monitor patients for changes in condition and report concerns to the RN or provider.
Assist with admission, discharge, and transfer processes.
Provide wound care and perform dressing changes.
Use the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for individual patients.
Collaborate with other members of the healthcare team.
Evaluate patient responses to interventions and progress toward care goals.
Accept delegated nursing measures for which qualified, prepared, and licensed.