Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Weight Loss & Wellness (418)

Springfield Memorial Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Memorial Health in the United States seeks an LPN to join our patient-care team. The role involves direct nursing care, medication administration, patient and family education, and responsive communication via phone and in person, all under physician supervision.

The ideal candidate has an accredited practical nursing education, and holds current LPN licensure with CPR certification. Prior computer experience and strong communication skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing.
• LPN licensure is required; CPR certification is required.
• Prior computer experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and accuracy in documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under physician supervision and respond to patient needs.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments and educate patients and families.
• Document according to professional standards and assist with patient flow and testing.
• Perform CLIA-waived tests and basic diagnostic support as directed.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication

Typing proficiency

Patient care

Education

LPN licensure

Job description

Focused on the Future of Care We're looking for talented, passionate healthcare professionals to join the team at Memorial Health as we build the future of healthcare. If you're ready to be part of a transformative organization that puts people first, take a look at what we have to offer.

Position Type: On-site

Job Description Summary: Performs a wide variety of patient care activities for the clinic’s patients, including general nursing care, administration of prescribed medications and treatments, education of patients and families, and response to patient telephone calls. All care is provided under the supervision of the physician and/or mid-level provider.

Education: Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing required.

Licensure/Certification/Registry: LPN licensure required. Valid CPR certification required.

Experience: Prior computer experience preferred.

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must be able to exhibit average typing and grammatical skills, a typing proficiency test may be required. Excellent verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Seeks supervision prior to initiating new or unfamiliar nursing activities.
• Follows nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation, incorporating physical as well as psycho-social needs of designated patient populations in person, and over the telephone.
• Practices within professional scope and current standards of care.
• Applies the Minimum Necessary Standard when accessing protected health information.
• Documents according to professional scope and current standard of care ensuring that entries are complete.
• Reviews quality audits and makes improvements accordingly.
• Assists in various aspects of patient flow process including, but not limited to securing/stocking necessary supplies, preparing exam room and patient for examination, assisting the provider with the exam or procedure, providing treatments and medications as ordered by the provider, and cleaning/disinfecting exam/treatment area after use.
• Assists with various aspects of diagnostic testing including obtaining and/or preparing specimens, labeling/recording, and communicating results.
• Performs miscellaneous CLIA-waived testing.
• May perform EKG’s/rhythm strips, spirometry, pulse oximetry, nebulizers, as well as other testing outlined by the provider.
• Assists clinic in meeting financial goals related to revenue and expense.
• Obtains appropriate insurance referrals and pre-certifications.
• Finds most cost effective means when securing/stocking necessary supplies.
• Responsible for working with team to improve processes and implement quality plans, and provide a high level of patient satisfaction.
• Demonstrates support for and participates in accomplishing team goals and objectives.
• Performs other related work as required or requested.

Pay Transparency $23.06 - $36.90 Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role.

Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options. All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application or participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail]. Requests will be handled confidentially.