Licensed Practical Nurse, Clinic - Dept of Urology - FT 1.0 (80 hrs biweekl at MEMORIAL HEALTH SYSTEM

Marietta, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Education, Medication Administration, Vital Statistics, Electronic Health Records, Nursing Procedures, Documentation, Specimen Collection, BLS Certification

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Details Job Location: Marietta, OH 45750 Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: 8-Hour Day Shift Job Category: Nursing In an environment of continuous quality improvement, the Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for rendering professional nursing care in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. This position directs and guides patient education. Exhibits the MHS Standards of Excellence and exercises strict confidentiality at all times. Job Functions: Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to contribute to a nursing plan of care, nursing interventions, and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient through knowledge of clinic policies and procedures. Under the direction of the provider, responsible for providing and recording sample medications to patients. Demonstrates knowledge of commonly prescribed medications, including administration technique, action, dosage, and side effects. Identifies patient care problems and communicates them to the provider by observing patients. Documents patient intake including vital statistics, verification of allergies, past history, updated medication list, and review of system findings as stated by patient or delegate. Performs assigned nursing procedures and treatments as ordered and within scope of practice with appropriate, timely documentation. Assists in patient education as needed Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care by authenticating all entries in the medical records and maintains office records and logs as directed by the supervisor. Collect specimens and appropriately fills out forms in accordance with department/unit standards Submits prescriptions under the provider’s direction and ensures that all prescriptions that are called, written or sent electronically to the pharmacy are documented in the patient medical record at the time of execution after an appropriate physician order is given. Maintains compliance in RQI. Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary. Qualifications Minimum Education/Experience Required: High School Degree or GED required. Completion of an accredited LPN school. Healthcare experience preferred. Licensed in the State of Ohio as a Licensed Practical Nurse and/or West Virginia. BLS certification required. Special Knowledge, Skills, Training: Demonstrated proficiency in clinical setting, knowledge and skills. Knowledge in documenting and maintaining electronic health records. Compensation Details: Education, experience, and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended. Benefits: Memorial Health System is proud to offer an affordable, comprehensive benefit package to all full time and flex time employees. To learn more about the many benefits we offer, please visit our website at www.mhsystem.org/benefits. Bonus Eligibility: Available to qualifying full or flex time employees. Eligibility will be determined upon offer. Memorial Health System is an equal opportunity provider and employer. If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at https://www.ocio.usda.gov/document/ad-3027, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Stop 9410, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202) 690-7442 or email at program.intake@usda.gov. * Memorial Health System is a federal drug-free workplace. This policy prohibits marijuana use by employees.

Responsibilities

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing professional nursing care and guiding patient education. They document patient intake and perform nursing procedures as directed by the provider.