Licensed practical nurse-Rapid care

This is a full-Time position

Compensation range

$22.26 TO $33.38

Non-Exempt position

Benefits: Medical, dental, life, retirement, paid time off

Essential functions and basic duties

Supervisory-Specific Performance Expectations, Duties, and Responsibilities

· N/A

Position-Specific Performance Expectations, Duties, and Responsibilities

· Positive and supportive team member to staff members and the hospital.

· Attends staff meetings.

· Strives to ensure continual compliance with Departmental and Hospital Policies and Procedures and State/Federal Regulations.

· Participates in mandatory in-services.

· Identifies and accesses the system to report abuse to employees and/or patients.

· Adheres to policies and procedures for infection control, safety, and risk management.

· Direct patient care. Implements and utilizes the Nursing Process Assessment, Intervention, Evaluation, Discharge Planning, and Reassessment under the supervision of an RN or Provider.

· Ability to assess the geriatric patient for safety, medication dose(s) appropriateness.

· Confers with RN and/or Provider before administering pediatric doses and uses proper equipment for the patient’s size and age.

· Acts as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and staff.

· Completes workload as assigned.

· Respects the confidentiality of patient records and uses complete discretion when discussing patient information.

· Utilizes all department forms appropriately.

· Makes patient charges according to hospital policy and procedures.

· Accurately administers medication, performs treatment in accordance with standards of care, and dispenses according to policy.

· Assists physicians with special tests and procedures.

· Demonstrates an ability to start IV after completing IV class for LPN’s.

· Actively participates in education specific to patient diagnosis and needs.

· Knowledge of paperwork for transferring patients to other facilities.

· Ability to perform all clerical duties.

· Accurately and concisely write intra- and interdepartmental reports.

· Ability to gather resources within the hospital to provide adequate care.

· Collects, labels, and transports all specimens appropriately.

· Demonstrates proper technique when setting up for special procedures.

· Demonstrates knowledge of emergency equipment placement.

· Acts as a resource person to other staff members.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Organization-Specific Performance Expectations, Duties, and Responsibilities

· Demonstrates full commitment to the CHOICE values of MRH and consistently represents the organization in a positive, professional manner.

· Establishes and maintains effective verbal and written communication, fostering positive working relationships with patients, staff, and vendors.

· Adheres to the MRH attire and dress code in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.

· Exhibits initiative and self-motivation; maintains a consistent level of productivity and manages time and responsibilities effectively.

· Completes all required annual education, training, in-services, and licensure/certification updates; actively participates in departmental and organizational meetings or reviews meeting minutes as required.

· Maintains strict patient confidentiality at all times.

· Reports to work punctually and completes assigned duties within established timeframes.

· Actively contributes to departmental and organization-wide performance improvement and continuous quality initiatives.

· Ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements, maintaining adherence to departmental, hospital, state, and federal standards and policies.

· Follows all infection control, safety, and risk management procedures to maintain a safe environment for patients, the public, and staff.

Qualifications

· Must be at least 18 years of age (21 for positions requiring driving, with a valid driver’s license).

· Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

· Must successfully pass a background check.

· Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and breath alcohol test (if applicable).

· Must complete an Employee Health meeting prior to starting employment.

Education, licensure(S), and certification(S)

Required Preferred

☒ ☐ Current and active Colorado Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license or Compact license.

☒ ☐ Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or be obtained within ninety (90) days of hire).

☐ ☒ Bachelor’s degree or higher in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field.

Experience

Required Preferred

☐ ☒ One (1) year of prior LPN experience.

☐ ☒ One (1) year of clinic experience.