LPN (4485) SJH EAST OB/GYN

Lexington Clinic; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexington Clinic is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing care to patients with urgent, emergent, or potential health problems in a fast-paced medical office setting.

The role requires graduation from an accredited LPN program, Kentucky state licensure, BLS, and IV certification, with a preference for two years of office-based nursing experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Graduation certificate from an accredited LPN school of nursing.
• BLS certification is required.
• Current Kentucky state licensure is required.
• IV certification preferred.
• Two years of broad experience with emphasis in medical office duties.
• Ability to monitor patient condition and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients with urgent, emergent, or potential health problems.
• Utilize knowledge of basic nursing principles, practices and ethics.
• Participate in organization and management of the physician's practice.

Skills

Good verbal communication

Ability to monitor patient condition

Education

LPN nursing certificate

Tools

IV certification

Job description

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing nursing care to patients who present with urgent, emergent, or potential health problems; utilizes knowledge of basic nursing principles, practices and ethics; participates in the organization and management of the physician's practice.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Formal training which will be indicated by a graduation certificate from an accredited LPN school of nursing; BLS certifications; current Kentucky state licensure required, IV certification; minimum two years broad experience with emphasis in medical office duties; ability to monitor patient condition; good verbal communication skills.

PHYSICAL GUIDELINES

Physical guidelines include the ability to move, traverse, position self, remain in a stationary position, and negotiate steps for up to eight hours per day; lift, move and transport patients and materials; manual dexterity and motor coordination; articulate speech; read and understand medical information; visual acuity and ability to distinguish colors.

NOTE

This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to act as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities required of personnel. Attendance is an essential function of the job.

LEXINGTON CLINIC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)