Licensed Practical Nurse- Pain Management

TriHealth; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus: LPN $5,000

Sign-on bonus: CMA $500

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

TriHealth is seeking an Licensed Practical Nurse or Medical Assistant for our Pain Management team in Mason, OH. The role supports nursing assessment, plan implementation and patient care within the LPN scope, with opportunities for growth and competitive pay based on education and experience.

Eligible for up to a $5,000 sign-on for LPN and up to $500 for CMA, with a comprehensive benefits package and no weekends or holidays.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required.
• Solid knowledge of biological, physical, behavioral, social and nursing sciences.

Responsibilities

• Collects data for nursing assessment and documents findings.
• Contributes to the plan of care under RN/physician guidance.
• Delivers direct basic nursing care within LPN scope and administers medications as licensed.
• Maintains patient safety, dignity and timely charting.

Skills

BLS

Nursing knowledge

Education

LPN license

NAPNES certification

Graduate nursing program

Job description

***Licensed Practical Nurse or Medical Assistant- Pain Management***

Make a difference every day as a LPN with our TriHealth Pain Management team. Join a compassionate, servant led team committed to excellence in patient care while working in a supportive, high-energy environment.

We offer career growth opportunities, a comprehensive benefits package, and competitive pay based on level of education and experience.

Location:

• Liberty, West Chester, Arrow Springs and Mason

Work Schedule:

• Full-Time (80 hours bi-weekly)
• M-F
• No Weekends and No Holidays!

Incentives & Benefits:

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package—including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement - this role offers competitive pay based on education level and experience. This position also includes up to a $5,000 Sign On Bonus for LPN and up to $500 sign on bonus for Certified MA. Please view our benefits page https://careers.trihealth.com/what-we-offer/benefits

Job Requirements:

• Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational program in Nursing
• Licensed Practical Nurse
• NAPNES certification-if graduated prior to 1988
• Working more than 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time as an LPN in acute care
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
• Basic knowledge of the Biological, Physical, Behavioral, Social, and Nursing sciences

Job Overview:

This position contributes to the nursing assessment by collecting, reporting, and documenting objective and subjective data. This position also participates in the development of the Nursing component of the plan of care at the direction of an RN, physician, dentist, podiatrist, or optometrist, and implements the plan of care by providing direct basic nursing care in accordance with the LPN scope of practice set forth in the Nurse Practice Act. Contributes to the evaluation of client responses to nursing care and documents in an accurate and timely manner.

Job Responsibilities:

Collects data that contributes to the nursing assessment. Documents ongoing observations per unit/TriHealth guidelines. Communicates observations and findings to the RN and other health team members as appropriate. Includes health counseling and health teaching needs in data collection. Contributes to the plan of care. Maintains current plan of care by updating as needed. Contributes to the development of both short and long term goals for patients, which include discharge planning. Communicates plan of care to patient/resident, family and health team members. Implements plan of care and implements/documents patient and resident care plan. Provides a safe and therapeutic environment while maintaining patient rights and dignity. Prioritizes the workload according to patient needs, preferences, and the needs of the unit/facility. Recognizes emergency situations, notifies appropriate personnel, and begins emergency measures. Completes patient assignment, including documentation within scheduled time frame. Bases intervention based on clinical data, desired outcomes, nursing judgment and standards of care. Documents according to unit/TriHealth guidelines. Delegates care to other team members within the scope of nursing practice. Performs technical skills according to policy and procedure and accepted standards. Administers medications within scope of licensure in a timely and safe manner. Uses equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Interprets and executes physician orders accurately. Maintains working knowledge of unit/TriHealth policy and procedure changes. Maintains unit specific skill competency validation. Contributes to the evaluation of patient response to nursing care delivered. Communicates to RN/physician in a timely manner the response to care delivered. Documents response of treatment measures according to unit/TriHealth guidelines. Initiates or participates in activities that promote growth and development within the practice of nursing. Utilizes Chain of Command appropriately. Builds collegial relationships with physician offices and other members of the health care team. Demonstrates autonomy in identifying opportunities for process improvement.

Other Job-Related Information:

The TriHealth Nursing Vision, Mission, and Philosophy speak to professional development, collaboration, and our nursing culture. To achieve excellence in nursing care, TriHealth encourages: pursuit of improved knowledge through continuing education classes, formal education leading to advanced degrees, and the attainment of specialty certification; nurse membership in local, regional, and national nursing organizations related to the appropriate nurse specialty; involvement in activities that better the health of our community; nursing research activities and use of evidence-based practice; all nurses to foster, support, and personally model collaborative relationships amongst nurses, physicians, and other caregivers for the betterment of patient care.

Working Conditions:

• Climbing - Rarely
• Concentrating - Consistently
• Continuous Learning - Consistently
• Hearing: Conversation - Consistently
• Hearing: Other Sounds - Consistently
• Interpersonal Communication - Consistently
• Kneeling - Occasionally
• Lifting <10 Lbs - Consistently
• Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Consistently
• Lifting <50 Lbs. - Consistently
• Pulling - Consistently
• Pushing - Consistently
• Reaching - Consistently
• Reading - Consistently
• Sitting - Occasionally
• Standing - Consistently
• Stooping - Frequently
• Talking - Consistently
• Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently
• Use of Hands - Consistently
• Color Vision - Consistently
• Visual Acuity: Far - Consistently
• Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
• Walking - Consistently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:

Serve: ALWAYS...

• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel: ALWAYS...

• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
• Work on improving quality