Graduate Practice Nurse (LPN) Clinic

Mymlc; Missouri; On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Saint Joseph, MO is seeking a Graduate Practical Nurse to deliver quality patient care under supervision. The role involves preparing patients for exams, administering medications, and monitoring patient conditions. Recent graduates from accredited nursing programs are required, and candidates must obtain LPN licensure within 90 days. The position offers an opportunity to grow within the nursing field while ensuring comprehensive patient support.

Qualifications

• Recent graduates only from accredited practical nursing programs are encouraged to apply.
• Must be licensed as LPN within designated work location to maintain role.
• IV certification and BLS training required within specified timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations and administer nursing care.
• Monitor and report patient conditions to provider.
• Engage in patient education and assist with procedures.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Patient Monitoring

Education

Recent Graduate of Accredited Practical Nursing Program

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Saint Joseph, MO, United States (On-site)

Job Description

The Graduate Practical Nurse works under the supervision of the Clinic Manager and the direction of the provider and/or Clinic RN. Graduate Practical Nurse administers quality patient care according to established standards. Graduate Practical Nurse may delegate tasks to unlicensed assistive personnel. May be required to work in other areas according to skill of staff and acuity of patients. The Graduate Practical Nurse position is time limited. A person may remain in the Graduate Practical Nurse position until one of the following occurs: 1) They become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensed in their designated working state OR 2) They receive a failing score on the nurse licensure exam and are moved to another position in which they qualify.

Responsibilities

• Greets and prepares patient for provider examination and treatment. Performs general nursing care to patients.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
• Assists provider with procedures and properly maintains equipment before and after procedures.
• Engages in patient/family teaching to achieve the desired patient outcome.
• Monitors the scheduling of patients, answers patient inquiries, and maintains timely flow of patients.
• Observes, records, and reports patient’s condition to provider.
• Arranges for patient referral testing at other facilities or specialty care.
• Other duties as assigned

Education

• Recent graduate of an accredited practical nursing program, or military equivalent. - Required

Licenses and Certifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - State Licensure - State Licensure/Or Compact State Licensure in state, depending upon designated work location - Required within 90 Days
• IV Certification - IV certified upon hire or within 1 year. - Required within 1 Year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required within 90 Days
• Driver's License - Valid In State - If operating a motor vehicle for business purposes. - Required Upon Hire