Licensed Practical Nurse - Transitional Care

Owensboro Health; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital is seeking an LPN to provide direct patient care under RN/MD supervision. You will administer medications, monitor for adverse reactions, and educate patients and families according to age and culture.

The role includes triage, relaying information, and supporting plan-of-care implementation. The position requires Kentucky licensure as an LPN, a High School diploma or GED, and CPR/BLS certification within 45 days.

Qualifications

• LPN license in Kentucky required at hire.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• BLS Healthcare Provider certification within 45 days.
• No prior experience required.
• Eligible to practice in Kentucky.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under the direction of a registered nurse, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or physician.
• Administers medications and observes patients for adverse reactions.
• Assesses learning needs of patients and families and provides education.
• Triages patients and refers to physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant when needed.
• Relays information to patients and carries out orders as appropriate.
• Supports administrative/clerical duties and contributes to care plans.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Work under stress

Clinical nursing skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

LPN license

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Weekend Requirements: N/A | Work Hours: 8a-4p | Status: Part Time - 0.7 FTE (56 hours per pay period) | Entity: Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital | Department: Transitional CareJob Summary:Provides direct patient care under the direction of a registered nurse, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or physician.Job Responsibilities:Contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for review.Administers medications and observes patients for adverse reactions.Evaluates learning needs of patients and families and provides education based on age, culture, and willingness to learn.Performs job duties in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act.May triage patients and refers to physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant if needed.May relay information to patients.May carry out orders by the physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant as it pertains to the needs of the patients.May perform administrative/clerical duties in support of assigned clinical department.May perform plan of care interventions.Skills and Attributes:Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.Works under general supervision.Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Applies more advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specialization.Position Requirements:Work ExperienceNo experience requiredEducationHigh school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher required upon hireAdditional Education InformationNoneLicensure/Certification/RegistrationLPN - Licensed Practical Nurse and eligible to practice in the state of Kentucky required upon hire ANDBLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 45 days of employment in this positionOrganizational Responsibilities:Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.Additional Job Information:This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description.The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.Standard ADA Settings:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical Demands: (Clinical - Hospital)Standing: FrequentlyWalking: FrequentlySitting: OccasionallyLifting 0-25 lbs.: FrequentlyLifting 25-75 lbs.: RarelyLifting over 75 lbs.: RarelyCarrying 0-25 lbs.: FrequentlyCarrying 2575 lbs.: RarelyCarrying over 75 lbs.: RarelyPushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs.: FrequentlyPushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs.: FrequentlyPushing/Pulling over 75 lbs.: FrequentlyClimbing: OccasionallyBending/Stooping: FrequentlyKneeling: OccasionallyCrouching/Crawling: OccasionallyReaching: FrequentlyTalking: FrequentlyHearing: FrequentlyRepetitive Foot/Leg Movements: RarelyRepetitive Hand/Arm Movements: FrequentlyKeyboard Data Entry: FrequentlyRunning: OccasionallyVision: Depth Perception: FrequentlyVision: Distinguish Color: FrequentlyVision: Seeing Far: FrequentlyVision: Seeing Near: FrequentlyHazardous Drug Risk Exposure: High riskOwensboro Health Core CommitmentsINTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.