Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Great Lakes Gastroenterology

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Oregon (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Continuing education support

Job summary

A health care organization is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver quality patient care as part of a dedicated health care team. The LPN will perform vital roles such as observing patient conditions, collaborating with physicians, and providing nursing care in accordance with the LPN scope of practice. Competitive pay, medical coverage, and professional development opportunities are included in the benefits package.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge and skills to provide appropriate care to all ages.
• Ability to learn and use a computer-based patient scheduling system.
• One year of clinical patient care experience preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians and health care team members.
• Provide direct basic nursing care within the LPN scope of practice.
• Assist in procedures, treatments, and various clerical duties.
• Supports other duties as assigned by the RN or provider.
• Acts as chaperone during patient examinations as requested.
• Assists provider with procedures, treatments and interventions.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organization skills

Knowledge of nursing care

Computer proficiency

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Active state LPN licensure

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Tools

EHR/EMR systems

Scheduling software

Job description

Overview

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

Mercy Health is a faith-based and patient-focused organization. It exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. We seek people 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.

Position

LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) – St. Charles Navarre Plaza

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

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/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. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]