Licensed Practical Nurse, Orthopedics

Mercy-Health-System-Corporation; Lake Geneva (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Mercyhealth in Wisconsin is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support patient care in our clinics. Duties include rooming patients, collecting health information, assisting with exams and treatments, and documenting care in the medical record.

The LPN will administer injections and medications as ordered, perform basic lab tests and EKGs, coordinate referrals, reinforce patient education, and help with QA projects while complying with state practice acts.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited LPN Program.
• Wisconsin: have completed portion of RN Program to obtain LPN completion.
• Illinois: ladder option RN program completion.

Responsibilities

• Rooms patients, collects assessment data, and documents in the medical record.
• Administers injections and medications as ordered; performs EKGs and basic lab tests.
• Coordinates referrals, reinforces patient education, and participates in QA initiatives.

Skills

Patient care

Med administration

EKG/Phlebotomy

Documentation

Communication

Education

LPN program graduate

RN ladder option completion (IL/WI)

Job description

OVERVIEW

The LPN supports patient care by rooming patients, collecting health information, assisting with exams and treatments, giving medications, performing basic lab tests and EKGs, and documenting care. They also help with referrals, patient education, supplies, and quality improvement while working with providers and nurses to meet patient needs.

SCHEDULE

32-hours per week

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Rooms patients, collects assessment data and prepares patient according to specific need. Collects patient data and documents in the medical record. Prepares and maintains patient charts. Assists in examination, treatment and other clinic procedures. Administers injections and medications as ordered and directed. Reviews physician's orders, lab requests, or follow-up needs with patient. Assists with laboratory procedures, screening tests and QI projects Answers telephone and either responds to inquiry or directs caller to appropriate personnel for triage Documents according to standards of care. Provides patient treatments as ordered. Coordinates referrals for patients through insurance and other physician offices Observes patients and reports adverse reactions to medication or treatment to the provider or RN. Perform the duties of a clinic LPN within alignment to LPN scope of practice. Assist with clinic projects and assignments and nursing initiatives. May provide feedback for evaluation or participate in peer review. Assists with preparation of staff for surveys. Monitors compliance with clinic initiatives as assigned Administers specified medications and nursing interventions as allowed by policy and procedure, licensure, and State Practice Act. Reinforces patient teaching provided by Provider and RN. Provides basic healthcare instruction to family and patient. Performs EKG's and simple lab tests as needed. Performs venipuncture to collect blood specimens. Participates in QA & I. Orders and maintains supplies.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Graduate of an accredited LPN Program OR Wisconsin: Have completed the portion of the RN Program needed to obtain a certificate of completion in practical nursing. Illinois: Have completed the designated curriculum of a Ladder Option Approved Designated RN Program. Experience in clinical setting preferred.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Licensed as an LPN in the State of Practice Approved CPR or BLS certification within 90 days

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

N/A

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Work is performed according to specific procedures and methods, but the incumbent must make minor decisions in order to adapt to routine situations.

SUPERVISES

N/A

PAY RANGE

$22.28 - $35.66

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability Insurance FSA/HSA Options Generous, accruing paid time off Paid Parental and caregiver leave Career advancement and educational opportunities Tuition and certification reimbursement Certification Reimbursement Well-being Programs Employee Discounts On-Demand Pay Financial Education Annual recognition/awards events Partner appreciation days Family entertainment/attractions discount Community service/improvement opportunities

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women

At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better.

As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

For over 135 years, Mercyhealth has provided high-quality health care to residents throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

We have a passion for providing comprehensive health care close to home for area residents through our six hospitals and 85 primary and specialty care locations.

As an integrated health system, you can come to us for routine health care, like annual physicals, immunizations and preventive health screenings, as well as highly specialized care, such as neonatal intensive care, heart surgery, stroke care, neurosurgery, cancer treatment and much more.

The range of Mercyhealth's specialties and the skills of our doctors, nurses and clinical staff are truly extraordinary.