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About Us
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health 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.
Mercy Health 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) – Forest Hills Family Medicine
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 provided during appointments.
Essential Functions:
Collaborates with physicians and other health care team members in meeting patient/family needs
Implements the plan of care by providing direct basic nursing care in accordance with the LPN scope of practice
Appropriately labels and packages specimens, as trained
Assists in providing indirect care through various clerical or administrative duties as assigned by the registered nurse
Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested
Assists provider with procedures, treatments, and interventions
Other duties as assigned
Certifications:
Active state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure or LPN applicant
Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
Experience:
One year of clinical patient care experience (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 skills
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
All 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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