LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Secured Medical Unit - Franklin, United States - Bon Secours

Description

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours*Sign-On Bonus Available

• Department Highlights: Secured Medical Unit serving a low-security inmate population.

  Versatile department with low acuity Cross-training opportunities available No on-call requirements Great unit for experienced RNs and new grads alike Bon SecoursAbout UsAs a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care.

  Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect.

  Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

• Southampton Medical Center Job Summary:The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for the delivery of patient care under the direction of the Physician.

The LPN functions as an integral part of the health care team to provide the highest quality of care to the patient by preparing and assessing patients for provider visits. In this position, the LPN will observe, record, and report patient responses to medical care.


Essential Functions:
Collaborates with physicians and other health care team members in meeting patient/family needsImplements the plan of care by providing direct basic nursing care in accordance with the LPN scope of practiceAppropriately labels and packages specimens, as trainedAssists in providing indirect care through various clerical or administrative duties as assigned by the registered nurseActs as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requestedAssists provider with procedures, treatments, and interventionsOther duties as assignedEducation:Vocational/ Technical Degree in Licensed Practical Nursing (required)

Certifications:
Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state in which they are working or covered by compact (required)

Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (required)IV Therapy card (preferred)Experience:
One year of previous experience in a physician's office or ambulatory care setting (required)

One year of clinical patient care experience in an acute care setting, long-term care facility, or health/hospice (preferred, not required) Skills & Abilities:

Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to all ages of the patients Ability to learn and use a computer-based patient appointment scheduling and registration system Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a team Strong interpersonal communication and organization skillsBon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife insurance w/AD&DEmployer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational AssistanceAnd much more *Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
Scheduled Weekly Hours:36

Work Shift:
Other (United States of America)

Department:
Med/Surg (unit/floor 3)

• Southampton
• FranklinAll 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.

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