Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Lebanon Primary Care

LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40Work Shift: Afternoons/Evenings (United States of America)About UsAs a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.Job SummaryThe Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for the delivery of patient care under the direction of the Physician. The LPN functions as an integral part of the health care team to provide the highest quality of care to the patient by preparing and assessing patients for provider visits. In this position, the LPN will observe, record, and report patient responses to medical care provided during appointments.Essential FunctionsCollaborates with physicians and other health care team members in meeting patient/family needsImplements the plan of care by providing direct basic nursing care in accordance with the LPN scope of practiceAppropriately labels and packages specimens, as trainedAssists in providing indirect care through various clerical or administrative duties as assigned by the registered nurseActs as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requestedAssists provider with procedures, treatments, and interventionsOther duties as assignedCertificationsActive state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure or LPN applicantBasic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart AssociationExperienceOne year of clinical patient care experience (preferred, not required)Skills & AbilitiesAbility to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to all ages of the patientsAbility to learn and use a computer-based patient appointment scheduling and registration systemAbility to work in a fast-paced environment with a teamStrong interpersonal communication and organization skillsMercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife insurance w/AD&DEmployer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational AssistanceAnd much more*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.Department: Lebanon Primary Care - Mercy Health Physicians Cincinnati, LLC