LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse – Medical/Surgical

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Description:

This position is part of a 3-person Care Team where you will have the opportunity to work alongside a Virtual RN and bedside RN, giving you more time and help to focus on meeting the needs of each patient.

This position is eligible for up to $7500 sign on bonus!

Additional premium pay for working weekend option hours.

Full-time and Part-time – 12 hour DAY AND NIGHT positions available!

Why Mount Carmel?

With five hospitals (https://www.mountcarmelhealth.com/find-a-location/) , over 60 free-standing outpatient clinics (https://www.mcmg.mountcarmelhealth.com/) , a college of nursing (https://www.mccn.edu/) , a Medicare Advantage plan (https://www.medigold.com/) , and extensive outreach and community wellness programs, Mount Carmel Health System (https://www.mountcarmelhealth.com/) serves more than a million patients in central Ohio each year, and weve been a pillar of this community for more than 130 years. As a proud member of Trinity Health (https://www.trinity-health.org/) , one of the nations largest Catholic healthcare delivery systems, our network of caring spans 22 states, 94 hospitals, and 133,000 colleagues nationwide.

We know that exceptional patient care starts with taking care of our colleagues, so we invest in great people and all that we ask in return is that you come to work ready to make a difference and do the right thing.

What we offer:

Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one

Generous paid time off programs

Employee recognition incentive program

Tuition/professional development reimbursement

Discounted tuition and enrollment opportunities at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing

Why Columbus?

The nations 14th largest city, Columbus, Ohio is one of the fastest growing major metropolitan areas in the Midwest – ranked #1 for population growth, #1 for job growth, #1 for wage growth, and #1 real estate market. And with a vibrant blend of professional sports, world-class attractions, creative cuisines, and a flourishing music and arts scene, youll never be found wanting for entertainment and experiences to call your own in Columbus. Learn more at www.experiencecolumbus.com !

About the job:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) , within the scope of the Ohio Nurse Practice Act, will provide administrative support and care in an atmosphere sensitive to each person’s physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. The Licensed Practical Nurse, functioning in the spirit of teamwork, under the direction of a provider or Registered Nurse is accountable for the delivery of patient care utilizing the Nursing Process within the standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines of the Organization.

What you will do:

Clinical:

Greets and escorts patient to exam room

Measures and records vital signs

Records patient interview and history

Provides approved patient education materials upon direction of provider or RN

Prepares patient for examinations, routine screening tests, and procedures

Assists the provider or RN with procedures as needed

Performs phlebotomy and obtains lab specimens as ordered

Performs testing to meet regulatory requirements as ordered

Performs point of care testing as ordered

Performs EKGs as ordered

Prepares and administers medications (no IV medications) based on written provider order

Changes dressings as ordered

Removes sutures/staples as ordered

Assists in emergency situations under the direction of the provider.

Maintains a clean, well-stocked patient care area

Abides by all federal mandates

Maintains patient confidentiality and abides by all HIPAA guidelines

Administrative:

Screens, refers, routes and places phone calls

Documents patient care observation and activities according to professional standards and procedures.

Prepares patient charts for appointment: files results of tests, procedures and ensures chart completeness.

Requests previous medical records

Schedules appointments and tests: pre-certifies patients for insurance coverage; sets up referral contacts; reviews requisitions (labs and x-rays) for completeness

Prepares and organizes department: inspects exam rooms for cleanliness and equipment for condition.

Stocks supplies as needed

Timely and accurately maintains required logs and records

Attends required in-service training

Maintains continuing education units as appropriate

What we are looking for:

Graduate of School of Practical Nursing

Current license in good standing to practice as an practical nurse in the State of Ohio, IV certification preferred

One to two years previous experience preferred

Effective Communication Skills

Current BLS/CPR and maintain current certification

Demonstrates skills and abilities in clinical and administrative areas including phlebotomy, office lab testing, patient care, injections, vitals and EKG.

Exceptional customer service skills

Must be able to work as a member of a team

Ability to work with limited supervision and to make decisions based on established policies and procedures.

Basic computer skills required, previous experience with EMR preferred

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Mount Carmel and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, physical disability or any other classification protected under local, state or federal law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran