LPN - UTMP General Surgery - FT Day

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to assist with daily clinical activities under the supervision of physicians and nurses. The role emphasizes accuracy in data collection, patient communication, and adherence to established clinic policies.

Qualifications include a nursing diploma, BLS certification, and Tennessee LPN licensure. The position requires strong teamwork, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and safe patient handling.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication with patients and families.
• Ability to work with physicians, RNs, and nurse practitioners in a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficient in navigating EMR and documenting patient data.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Complies with patient care guidelines and clinic policies.
• Accurately obtains and records patient data.
• Updates patient records after clinical information from physicians and nurses.
• Assists with procedures and daily clinical operations under supervision.
• Maintains clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
• May perform Limited Scope X-Ray duties with certification or as needed.
• Performs other job functions as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

EMR navigation

Patient interaction

Education

Technical Degree or Diploma Nursing

Job description

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One!

We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.

Responsible for assisting with the daily clinical activities under the supervision of the physician, RN, and/or nurse practitioner providing primary care services. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

Responsible for assisting with the daily clinical activities under the supervision of the physician, RN, and/or nurse practitioner providing primary care services. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

A Brief Overview

What you will do

• Complies with established patient care guidelines, maintains established clinic policies, procedures and objectives, is aware of patient rights and confidentiality issues and abides by established communication policy with regard to the age specific populations.
• Accurately obtains, organizes and records necessary patient data.
• Updates all patient records subsequent to clinical information from physicians, nurse practitioner, including lab, etc., and assists in maintaining pertinent records.
• Assists physicians, RNs, nurse practitioners with procedures as needed.
• Performs under supervision of physician, RN, and/or nurse practitioner, the day-to-day clinical operations.
• Helps maintain a clean, orderly and safe environment for patient and staff.
• May performs Limited Scope X-Ray duties in accordance to state regulations with certification as required or on an as needed basis.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• Required - Technical Degree or Diploma Nursing

Work Experience Requirements

• Preferred - No prior work experience

Licenses and Certifications Requirements

• Required - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association
• Required - Licensed Practical Nurse - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work with patients, patient families and physicians in a tactful and professional manner.
• Ability to begin the patient visit with eye contact, smile and greeting, while using the patient’s name.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Performs computer skills demonstrated by successful navigation of the EMR with appropriate documentation. Demonstrates ability to review computer reports following evidenced based guidelines.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

Supervision Provided by this Position

• There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this position.

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.