Licensed Practical Nurse - Owensboro, United States - Owensboro Health

    Owensboro Health
    Owensboro Health Owensboro, United States

    1 month ago

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    Job Summary

    Provides direct patient care under the direction of a registered nurse, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or physician.

    Job Responsibilities
    • Contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for review.
    • Administers medications and observes patients for adverse reactions.
    • Evaluates learning needs of patients and families and provides education based on age, culture, and willingness to learn.
    • Performs job duties in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act.
    • May triage patients and refers to physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant if needed.
    • May relay information to patients.
    • May carry out orders by the physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant as it pertains to the needs of the patients.
    • May perform administrative/clerical duties in support of assigned clinical department.
    • May perform plan of care interventions.
    Qualifications
    • High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher required upon hire
    • No experience required
    • LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse and eligible to practice in the state of Kentucky required upon hire AND
    • BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 45 days of employment in this position
    Skills and Attributes
    • Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
    • Works under minimal supervision.
    • Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
    Physical Demands
    • Standing: Frequently
    • Walking: Frequently
    • Sitting: Occasionally
    • Lifting 0-25 lbs: Rarely
    • Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely
    • Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely
    • Carrying 0-25 lbs: Rarely
    • Carrying 25-75 lbs: Rarely
    • Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely
    • Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Frequently
    • Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Occasionally
    • Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Occasionally
    • Climbing: Occasionally
    • Bending/Stooping: Frequently
    • Kneeling: Occasionally
    • Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally
    • Reaching: Frequently
    • Talking: Frequently
    • Hearing: Frequently
    • Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
    • Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
    • Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
    • Running: Rarely
    • Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
    • Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
    • Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
    • Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently
    Owensboro Health Core Commitments

    INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

    RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

    TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

    INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

    SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

    EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.