Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Med/Surg Telemetry
Company: Mercy Health
Location: Warren
Posted on: June 17, 2022
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*Requisition* R123301 *Market* Warren, Ohio *Department* Med/Surg
Telemetry Unit - St. Joseph 2 *Shift* Afternoons/Nights *Schedule*
Full-time *Thank you for considering a career at Mercy
Health**Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position *In
collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and under the
supervision of the professional Registered Nurse, the Licensed
Practical Nurse (LPN) provides skilled nursing care and administers
medications to patients.*Essential Job Functions* Under the
direction of a Licensed Professional (e.g., Physician, Physician
Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, or Registered Nurse), participates
in the nursing process to include assessment, planning,
implementation, and evaluation of the patients plan of care
accurately and in a timely manner while collaborating with other
nurses and members of the healthcare team. Gives direct nursing
care and assists with care of the patient at the direction of a
Registered Nurse, Licensed Physician, Physician Assistant, or
Advanced Practice Nurse. Contributes to the plan of care with input
from patient/family and other members of the healthcare team.
Performs patient data collection and observation considering
patient's age group, severity of condition/disease (including
physical, psychosocial, cultural, environmental, self-care, and
education needs), and coordination of resources and referrals.
Collect and document objective data, subjective data, and patient
care including focused observations such as pain, pain relief,
results of treatments, updates to plan of care, implementation, and
evaluation of care following unit specific and hospital charting
guidelines. Implements patient care in a safe, knowledgeable,
skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. Administers ordered
medications and treatments, such as wound dressing changes and
asthma treatment, prescribed by a Licensed Physician, Physician
Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner using appropriate medical
equipment as needed. Performs phlebotomy services Contributes to
the evaluation of the patients response to nursing interventions,
involving the patient, family, significant others, or other members
of the health care team appropriately; documents and communicates
patients responses to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
Recognizes and reports significant changes in the patient's
condition and contributes to plan of care revision based on ongoing
evaluation. Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and the
processes for achieving positive patient outcomes. Demonstrates
sensitivity to the needs of a diverse patient population. Adheres
to the safety policies and procedures of the organization.
Recognizes and reports potential safety issues. Delegates delegable
nursing tasks in accordance with the local State Board of Nursing
Administrative Code. Accepts accountability and responsibility for
delivery of care for optimal patient outcomes. Complies with all
HIPPA and OSHA policies. Practices infection control
procedures.This document is not an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working
conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to
perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor,
subject to reasonable
accommodation.*Licensing/Certification*Current Licensed Practical
Nurse (LPN) from the state of employment (required)BLS Basic Life
Support - American Heart Association (required)ACLS Advanced
Cardiac Life Support (may be required for specialty areas)PALS
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (may be required for specialty
areas)NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Program (may be required for
specialty areas)*Education*None*Work Experience*1 year of clinical
patient care experience (e.g., PCT, CNA, LPN) in an acute care
setting, long-term care facility, or physician practice
(preferred)*Training*EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training
(preferred)Completion of Basic Arrhythmia class with passing grade
on exam (required for Telemetry/Remote Telemetry
units)*Language**Skills*Monitor patient conditions during
treatmentAdminister medications within scopeInform medical
professionals regarding patient conditions and careRecord patient
medical historiesAnalyze data and information Attention to
detailAcceptance of authorityCritical thinkingCommunication with
family membersVerbal and written
communicationCollaborationTeamworkConflict resolutionActive
listeningDependabilityAdaptabilityFlexibilityPatient Care
PlansAccountableDelegationMercyHealth is an equal opportunity
employer.Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:*
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans*
Prescription drug coverage* Flexible spending accounts* Life
insurance w/AD&D* Employer contributions to retirement savings
plan when eligible* Paid time off* Educational Assistance* And much
more *Benefits offerings vary according to employment
status*S**cheduled Weekly Hours:*36*Work Shift: *Afternoons/Nights
*Department: *Med/Surg Telemetry Unit - St. Joseph 2All applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status,
and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or
policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours
Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia,
which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please
email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a
disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as
part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent
Acquisition Team at
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