LPN - Urology

Baptist Health - Central Alabama; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health - Central Alabama is recruiting an experienced LPN for Urology at UAB Medicine Urology. The role provides direct, individualized patient care under RN supervision, following the Nursing Care Plan and hospital standards.

The LPN administers medications, communicates patient status to the RN, and may participate in employee health screenings as assigned. Required are a High School diploma or equivalent, active LPN license and BLS; ACLS/PALS/NRP may be required by department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Degree in Nursing or completion of LPN program required.
• Active LPN license required, BLS required; ACLS, PALS, NRP, etc may be required by department.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, individualized patient care under RN supervision.
• Administer medications and report symptoms/conditions to the RN.
• Participate in employee health screenings as assigned.
• Follow Nursing Care Plan and Standards of Practice.

Skills

MS Office

Team leadership

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Customer relations

Deadline oriented

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Written and oral communication

Independent and team work

Supervise and train staff

Infection control

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Nursing degree or LPN program completion

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties.

To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Highlights

Summary

The LPN shall be responsible for direct, individualized, goal-directed, and effective patient care under the supervision of the RN. This individual shall provide care as outlined in the Nursing Care Plan in accordance with Standards of Practice, policies, and procedures. The LPN will be responsible for administration of medications, report patient symptoms and conditions to the RN. For the LPN within Employee Health, the individual will be responsible for new hire and annual health screenings under the direct supervision of the RN. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education / Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required.

License / Certification

Active LPN license required, BLS required, Additional certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, etc) may be required based upon department assigned

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Education/Experience

High School diploma or equivalent required. Degree in Nursing or completion of LPN program required.

Licensure/Certification

Active LPN license required, BLS required, Additional certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, etc) may be required based upon department assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software.
• Strong team leadership skills, strong organization, interpersonal, and customer relations skills.
• Must be able to meet strict deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, and excellent organizational skills.
• Must be able to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, proficient computer skills, proven track record of successful performance.
• Ability to understand complex multifactor situations and bring appropriate solutions.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
• Ability to observe, assesses, and record work, safety and infection control standards.

Primary Location

UAB Medicine Urology

Job

LPN - Urology. LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse.

Job Type

Regular-Full time

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)