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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Clinic-Wound Care

Lifepoint Health

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Quick overview

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides wound-related patient care under the direction of the RN/Provider and performs hyperbaric oxygen therapy duties as needed. They gather patient information, necessary equipment, and communicate with team members to ensure quality of care.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED, be a graduate from an accredited practical nursing program, and hold a current LPN or LVN license. Additionally, two or more years of experience as an LPN/LVN, including one year in a skilled nursing facility or long-term acute care hospital, is required, with wound care experience preferred.

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Job description

04122 LPN-Clinic

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

Under the direction of the RN/Provider, provides wound-related patient care according to Basic Life Support (BLS) and approved and hospital protocols, Policies & Procedures
Performs hyperbaric oxygen therapy related duties, as needed, after completing the required hyperbaric training
May assist with intake and discharge..
Gathers patient information.
Gathers necessary equipment and supplies for the RN or provider.
Reports quality of care issues to Clinical Nurse Manager.
Communicates as needed with all team members regarding therapeutic interventions, to ensure quality of care.
Performs other duties as delegated.
High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)
Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program/state approved educational program
Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice
to maintain throughout the duration of employment in the position
Two (2) or more years’ experience as LPN/LVN, to include one (1) or more years in SNF or LTACH setting
Wound care experience preferred

Required Education, Experience and Credentials

High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)
Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program/state approved educational program
Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice
to maintain throughout the duration of employment in the position
Two (2) or more years’ experience as LPN/LVN, to include one (1) or more years in SNF or LTACH setting
Wound care experience preferred

Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated competency in BLS (Basic Life Support)