Licensed Practical Nurse - Clinic

Job Summary Provides care to patients under the direction of a registered nurse or physician, functioning within the scope of license. Responsibilities Contributes to the assessment of patients and ensures the well-being of patients. Administers medications and observes patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments. Performs laboratory tests and therapeutic services. Educates patients/families about disease treatment plan including self‑care post discharge, holistic health needs, available resources and follow up care. Documents the provider's encounter with patients and lists all proper diagnoses and symptoms, as well as discharge/follow‑up instructions and prescriptions, as indicated by the provider. Transcribes patient orders including laboratory tests, radiology tests and medications. Completes patient charts by transcribing results of any labs, x‑rays, or other evaluations. Continuously checks the progress of data availability for orders to ensure the patient's workup is complete so the provider can make treatment decisions. May transcribe consultations or discussions with family and/or the patient's private physician or the on‑call physician. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned. Education & Experience Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing. No experience required. Physical Requirements Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication. Constant standing and walking. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0–25 lbs.; frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry. Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors. Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25–50 lbs.; occasional lifting/moving of patients. Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements; occasional driving; rare crawling and running. Required Professional Licenses and Certifications State of work location: Illinois – Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA) and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). State of work location: Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin – Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA) and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Nurse Licensure Issued by Compact State. Other Details Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America). Job Type: Employee. Department: O'Fallon- IL Peds. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40. Benefits SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental Leave: One week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children, pro‑rated based on FTE. Flexible Payment Options: Voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay provides instant access to earned, unpaid base pay before payday (fees may apply). Upfront Tuition Coverage: Upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr SSM Health