LPN

## LPNApply: Reid Health Cardiopulmonary Rehab: Full time: Posted Today: JR2672LPN**Schedule:** Day Shift. 40 hours weekly. 7:30am – 4:00pm Type additional details specific to position and/or department. **About the Position**The LPN will be responsible for initiating and following through with the education plan and exercise reconditioning of patients referred to the program by a physician. The LPN will possess exceptional knowledge about all coronary artery diseases, chronic obstructive and restrictive lung diseases, and peripheral artery disease. In addition, the LPN will be responsible for patient assessments, daily exercise prescription, patient education, patient follow-ups, physician communication, and ensuring routine progress reports are forwarded to the physicians in a timely manner. **Overview of Responsibilities*** Participates in the counseling and education of patients and family members in respective populations with other members of the interdisciplinary team, including dietitians, nurses, pharmacists, and Respiratory Therapists.* Conducts exercise treatments, including the monitoring of heart rates, rhythms, blood pressures, perceived exertion levels, body temperature, and patient signs and symptoms during rest, exercise, and recovery in respective areas per policy.* Administers home exercise prescriptions with appropriate heart rate range and exercise guidelines.* Provides referred patients and family members with pre and post-discharge instructions to inform these patients about appropriate lifestyle modifications, recommended activities, and activity restrictions.* Assists patients with payment inquiries and refers patients to financial services when necessary.* Completes all necessary patient documentation in the EMR and outpatient record for all the identified patient populations, trends, and participates in interdisciplinary staff meetings to plan, coordinate, and upgrade treatment programs.* Enters patient charges for services performed.* Assists in maintenance of all programs, documentation, certifications, and manuals of policy and procedure upon annual review for all services.* Participates in economical utilization of supplies, assists in the ordering of all necessary equipment and supplies, and ensures that equipment is maintained and operational for patient safety.* Pursues opportunities for research and program development for all populations.* Evaluates and applies routinely current research and evidence-based information to all populations served.This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and can be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management deems necessary. **Education & Experience*** Education Required: Graduation from accredited nursing program (LPN).* Experience Preferred: One year experience in a medical practice or health care setting. **Licensure & Certification*** Licensure in the state of Indiana as a Licensed Practical Nurse* CPROur values of Excellence, Empathy, Integrity and Accountability are essential to exceed our customers’ expectations. At Reid, we look for individuals who believe in our core values and demonstrate a genuine desire to make a positive impact to those we serve. We take pride in employing people who show up every day with a commitment to these values along with our mission and vision. We are one team working toward a common goal of providing outstanding customer care and service to our communities. If you have a calling to serve and are looking for meaningful and purposeful work, Reid Health is the place for you. #J-18808-Ljbffr