Licensed Practical Nurse, Perry Primary Care Clinics

Overview

Licensed Practical Nurse, Perry Primary Care Clinics

Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care under the supervision of person(s) licensed by a State regulatory board to prescribe medication and treatment, or under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse (RN). Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.

Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

• Licensure:
  Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program;
  Consideration will be given for comparable education experience and successful licensure. Is personally responsible for obtaining and maintaining a current LPN license within the hiring state in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all State Board of Nursing requirements.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire
• LPN-IV Certification must be previously completed or successful completion of course within 3 months of hire (range from upon hire to within 1 year)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) or PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) or PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization) or S.T.A.B.L.E. (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, And Emotional Support) Six Assessment & Care Modules or other unit-specific certifications as required

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50lbs on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Note:

The description may include job postings and internal notes that are not part of the core role and responsibilities.