Licensed Practical Nurse, Orthopedics

OVERVIEWThe LPN supports patient care by rooming patients, collecting health information, assisting with exams and treatments, giving medications, performing basic lab tests and EKGs, and documenting care. They also help with referrals, patient education, supplies, and quality improvement while working with providers and nurses to meet patient needs.SCHEDULE: 32-hours per weekESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESRooms patients, collects assessment data and prepares patient according to specific need.Collects patient data and documents in the medical record.Prepares and maintains patient charts.Assists in examination, treatment and other clinic procedures.Administers injections and medications as ordered and directed.Reviews physician's orders, lab requests, or follow-up needs with patient.Assists with laboratory procedures, screening tests and QI projectsAnswers telephone and either responds to inquiry or directs caller to appropriate personnel for triageDocuments according to standards of care.Provides patient treatments as ordered.Coordinates referrals for patients through insurance and other physician officesObserves patients and reports adverse reactions to medication or treatment to the provider or RN.Perform the duties of a clinic LPN within alignment to LPN scope of practice.Assist with clinic projects and assignments and nursing initiatives. May provide feedback for evaluation or participate in peer review.Assists with preparation of staff for surveys.Monitors compliance with clinic initiatives as assignedAdministers specified medications and nursing interventions as allowed by policy and procedure, licensure, and State Practice Act.Reinforces patient teaching provided by Provider and RN.Provides basic healthcare instruction to family and patient.Performs EKG's and simple lab tests as needed.Performs venipuncture to collect blood specimens.Participates in QA & I.Orders and maintains supplies.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCEGraduate of an accredited LPN Program ORWisconsin: Have completed the portion of the RN Program needed to obtain a certificate of completion in practical nursing.Illinois: Have completed the designated curriculum of a Ladder Option Approved Designated RN Program.Experience in clinical setting preferred.CERTIFICATION/LICENSURELicensed as an LPN in the State of PracticeApproved CPR or BLS certification within 90 daysOTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIESN/ALEVEL OF SUPERVISIONThis job has no supervisory responsibilities. Work is performed according to specific procedures and methods, but the incumbent must make minor decisions in order to adapt to routine situations.SUPERVISESN/APAY RANGE:$22.28 - $35.66Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:Medical, Dental, VisionLife & Disability InsuranceFSA/HSA OptionsGenerous, accruing paid time offPaid Parental and caregiver leaveCareer advancement and educational opportunitiesTuition and certification reimbursementCertification ReimbursementWell-being ProgramsEmployee DiscountsOn-Demand PayFinancial EducationAnnual recognition/awards eventsPartner appreciation daysFamily entertainment/attractions discountCommunity service/improvement opportunitiesClick here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working MothersA Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women #J-18808-Ljbffr