Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Fairfield Internal Medicine

Mercy Health; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and incentives

Medical, dental, vision, prescription

Paid time off and family leave

Tuition assistance and professionaldev

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Fairfield Internal Medicine. The LPN will deliver patient care under the Physician's direction, participate in the health care team, prepare patients for visits, and document responses to care during appointments.

Essential duties include collaborating with physicians, implementing care plans, labeling specimens, and supporting clerical tasks. Active LPN licensure or active applicant status and BLS certification are required.

Qualifications

• Active state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure or LPN applicant.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians and health care team to meet patient/family needs.
• Provide direct basic nursing care per plan of care under physician guidance.
• Label and package specimens as trained.
• Assist in indirect care through clerical/administrative duties as assigned by RN.
• Occasionally chaperone providers during examinations.
• Assist with procedures, treatments, and interventions as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Scheduling software

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Education

LPN licensure or applicant

BLS certification

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days/Afternoons (United States of America)

Mercy Health

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Fairfield Internal Medicine

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for the delivery of patient care under the direction of the Physician. The LPN functions as an integral part of the health care team to provide the highest quality of care to the patient by preparing and assessing patients for provider visits. In this position, the LPN will observe, record, and report patient responses to medical care provided during appointments.

Essential Functions

• Collaborates with physicians and other health care team members in meeting patient/family needs
• Implements the plan of care by providing direct basic nursing care in accordance with the LPN scope of practice
• Appropriately labels and packages specimens, as trained
• Assists in providing indirect care through various clerical or administrative duties as assigned by the registered nurse
• Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested
• Assists provider with procedures, treatments, and interventions
• Other duties as assigned

Certifications

• Active state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure or LPN applicant
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association

Experience

• One year of clinical patient care experience (preferred, not required)

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to all ages of the patients
• Ability to learn and use a computer-based patient appointment scheduling and registration system
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a team
• Strong interpersonal communication and organization skills

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department

Fairfield Internal Medicine - MHP Cincinnati, LLC

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