LPN - Immediate Care

Powers Health; Munster (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Powers Health Medical Group Office at Immed Care Munster is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for clinic duties in Munster, St John, Schererville, Crown Point and nearby areas.

The role involves patient care under the provider, potential front desk tasks, and phlebotomy responsibilities as needed. Must be Indiana-licensed with CPR and a minimum of two years of clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse must be licensed in Indiana.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience.
• Ability to care for all age groups and families.
• Take patient vitals, injections/immunizations, charting and documentation, waste handling, sterile technique and routine labs.

Responsibilities

• Assist Provider with patient visits and procedures in clinic.
• Perform patient care services under clinical direction.
• May handle front desk duties including telephone work and scheduling.
• Phlebotomy responsibilities as applicable.

Skills

CPR certification

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

Multitasking

Education

LPN license Indiana

Job description

Powers Health Medical Group Office at Immed Care Munster

Hours/Pay Period: 8

FTE: 0.1

Position: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Clinic

Specialty: Immediate Care

Location: St John, Schererville, Munster, Crown Point, Valparaiso

Job Summary:

• One 12-hour shift/month as long as we have a need
• Expected to do a weekend shift if needed
• Must be willing to float to all 5 Immediate Care clinics.

Under the clinical direction of the Provider, performs patient care services, diagnostic procedures, etc. Assists the Provider with patient visits and procedures in the medical office or clinic setting. In addition, may be required to perform front desk duties, which may include telephone work, patient scheduling, etc. If applicable, phlebotomy responsibilities including the collection and processing of specimens such as blood, urine, pap smears, cultures, etc.

Education/ Experience Requirements:

• Licensed Practical Nurse must currently be licensed to practice in the State of Indiana
• Current active CPR certification is required
• Minimum of 2 years of current clinical experience in order to acquire a thorough knowledge of scientific principles of nursing and professional nursing standards, and develop skill in nursing techniques and the ability to adapt techniques to individual patient needs
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care for all age groups and their family members
• Must demonstrate ability in taking patient vitals, injections/immunizations, charting and documentation, infectious waste handling, sterile technique and routine lab procedures including collection
• Excellent attitude, interpersonal skills and communication abilities necessary to interact with patients, Providers and other hospital associates
• Organizational skills with focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow
• Ability to multitask efficiently and effectively
• Must be able to act calmly and effectively in a busy or stressful situation
• Completes annual skill validation as well as safety and infection control procedures