LPN

Job Description

SUMMARY OF POSITION Assists the physician(s) with patients. This includes preparing patients and the examination rooms, taking initial medical history for the chart, taking vital signs, making lab and x-ray appointments, and explaining the preparations to the patients. Assists physician(s) in all special procedures, including minor surgery, as required. Removes sutures, clean wounds, and apply dressings as directed by physician(s). Other duties may consist of notifying patients of lab results, giving allergy shots, immunizations. Can authorize and dispense medications prescribed by the doctor. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a RN, NP, and/or Physician, evaluates outcomes, consults with other health team members as required and adjusts nursing care processes as indicated to ensure optimal patient care. Ability to perform a head-to-toe assessment, under the supervision of a RN, NP, and/or Physician, on all patients as per policy. This includes neonate, pediatric, adolescent and geriatric patients and the general patient population. Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age. Maintains current knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and his/her clinical condition. Medical and surgical asepsis is carried out during treatments and special procedures. Communicates appropriately and clearly to co-workers. Demonstrates the ability to assist Nurse Practitioners/Physicians with procedures and perform services requiring technical and manual skills under the direction of a RN, NP and/or Physician. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identified and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and family. Interacts professionally with patient and family and involves patient and family in patient education. Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; includes family in teaching, as appropriate. Demonstrates the ability to perform treatments and provide services to level of licensure. Meets current documentation standards and policies. Maintains established office policies and procedures, objectives, performance improvement program, safety, environmental and infection prevention and control standards. Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients and families in accordance with office standards. Answers telephone calls in a professional manner; refers patient problems to Nurse Practitioner; schedules patient appointments. Ensures an adequate stock of supplies, including vaccines. Assists in cost containment through appropriate ordering and conserving of supplies and equipment. Maintains a good working relationship with all co-workers. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Performs preventive maintenance. Demonstrates the ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Response is appropriate to the patient in emergency or physically distressful situations. Performs other duties as assigned within the LPN scope of practice. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods. Demonstrates knowledge of lab requirements, requisitions. Basic computer knowledge. Strong prioritization/organization skills.

Qualifications

Education Level High school diploma or equivalent. Graduate of accredited LPN program Years of Experience One to three years of experience preferred. Required Certification/Licensure Current Indiana license Current CPR certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Task Percentage of Time/Frequency Standing - 20% Sitting - 80% Squatting - occasional Driving - occasional Kneeling - occasional Lifting - occasional Bending - occasional Time Type: Full time Pay Range: $19.10--$26.80 Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy: Medical, dental, and vision health coverage Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts 403b retirement plan with company match Paid time off and ten paid holidays AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid) Employee Resource Groups Continuing education opportunities Employee Assistance Program Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect. At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture. Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve. Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.