Lpn (buckhannon main st.)

Job Details:

Job Location: CC of Buckhannon - Buckhannon, WV

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Technical

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Shift: Any

Buckhannon Main Street Float at our site Monday to Friday 730am to 4pm.

Job Objective:

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible to the Director of Nursing for rendering nursing care in assigned areas in terms of individualized patient needs, utilizing nursing techniques, procedures, and established standards based on the scope of practical nursing. Perform routine administrative and clinical tasks. Provide quality care to patients by supporting CCWV quality initiatives.

Responsibilities and Essential Duties:

• Utilize nursing knowledge and skills to safely implement primary preventative and therapeutic nursing care of assigned patient/family as evidenced by documentation and observation of positive patient care outcomes.
• Perform delegated independent nursing functions using established procedures, policies, guidelines, and standards.
• Contribute to developing the patient/caregiver plan of care based on the identified patient problems/needs.
• Carry out physician/mid-level provider orders accurately, directly, and indirectly.
• Document pertinent observation and intervention on appropriate record.
• Perform selected tasks related to patient care and the patient's environment in a safe manner.
• Administer medication accurately.
• Perform venous blood draws.
• Perform IV insertion after training is completed.
• Maintain and coordinate communication among patient/caregiver, staff, and provider.
• Assist in assuring that effective communication exists with patient/caregiver as reflected in the plan of care.
• Effectively communicate patients changing needs and plan of care among staff members.
• Report patient needs/problems and observations regarding patient's condition to the physician/mid-level provider.
• Work collaboratively with other health care team members in coordination of the patient's care.
• Provide patient/caregiver health teaching as delegated by the Director of Nursing or the Provider.
• Attend and participate in staff development programs and staff meetings.
• Daily equipment checks and sanitary duties for equipment.
• Monitor medication/vaccination inventory and notify Purchasing Department when supplies run low.
• Counsels patients in the office and on the phone concerning medication refills, medication questions, and refill requests.

Patient Satisfaction:

• Assist patients, family members, or other clients with concern and empathy; respect their confidentiality and privacy; and communicate with them in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Answer and refer telephone calls or other inquiries to ensure accurate and timely communications are facilitated.

Teamwork:

• Assist in the orientation/training of new Team Members.
• Consistently work in a positive and cooperative manner with fellow Team Members.

Problem Solving:

• Demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding abnormal findings or patient concerns.
• Follow proper reporting procedures for actual or potential accidents and/or incidents.

Productivity/ Efficiency:

• Consistently demonstrate the ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner.

Adherence to Departmental Policies:

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of all policies and procedures.

Great Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Extended Sick Pay (ESP)
• Medical Health Insurance and Prescription Coverage
• Basic Life Insurance for Employee and Family
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Voluntary Contribution Plan
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Discounted undergraduate & graduate rates at West Virginia Wesleyan College for employee and family

Qualifications:

• Current LPN license in the State of West Virginia.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited LPN program.
• One year experience in medical/surgical nursing, outpatient clinic setting, and/or area of specialty preferred.

Physical Demands/Working Environment:

• Employees will be required to stand for extended periods, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• The Employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.