Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN- Evendale Rheumatology

Position: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- Evendale Rheumatology
Job Description


*** Licensed Practical Nurse
- Evendale Rheumatology
- Up to $2,500 Sign On Bonus***

Tri Health Rheumatology is home to experts who are passionate about tackling complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions that impact mobility, comfort, and long-term health. Our team blends deep clinical insight with a collaborative, forward-thinking approach to help patients move with confidence and live fuller lives. If you're energized by impactful work and want to be part of a team that's constantly pushing for better outcomes, you'll fit right in.

Location:

• 3147 Glendale Milford Rd

Work Schedule:

• Full-Time (80 hours bi-weekly)
• M-F

Incentives & Benefits:

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package-including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement-this role offers competitive pay based on education level and experience. This position also includes up to a $2,500 Sign On Bonus. Please view our benefits page

Job Requirements:
Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational program in Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
NAPNES certification-if graduated prior to 1988
Working more than 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time as an LPN in acute care
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
Basic knowledge of the Biological, Physical, Behavioral, Social, and Nursing sciences

Job Overview:
This position contributes to the nursing assessment by collecting, reporting, and documenting objective and subjective data. This position also participates in the development of the Nursing component of the plan of care at the direction of an RN, physician, dentist, podiatrist, or optometrist, and implements the plan of care by providing direct basic nursing care in accordance with the LPN scope of practice set forth in the Nurse Practice Act.

Contributes to the evaluation of client responses to nursing care and documents in an accurate and timely manner.

Job Responsibilities:
Collects data that contributes to the nursing assessment. Documents ongoing observations per unit/Tri Health guidelines. Communicates observations and findings to the RN and other health team members as appropriate. Includes health counseling and health teaching needs in data collection.
Contributes to the plan of care. Maintains current plan of care by updating as needed. Contributes to the development of both short and long term goals for patients, which include discharge planning. Communicates plan of care to patient/resident, family and health team members.
Implements plan of care and implements/documents patient and resident care plan. Provides a safe and therapeutic environment while maintaining patient rights and dignity. Prioritizes the workload according to patient needs, preferences, and the needs of the unit/facility. Recognizes emergency situations, notifies appropriate personnel, and begins emergency measures. Completes patient assignment, including documentation within scheduled time frame. Bases intervention on clinical data, desired outcomes, nursing judgment and standards of care.

Documents according to unit/Tri Health guidelines. Delegates care to other team members within the scope of nursing practice.
Performs technical skills according to policy and procedure and accepted standards. Administers medications within scope of licensure in a timely and safe manner. Uses equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Interprets and executes physician orders accurately. Maintains working knowledge of unit/Tri Health policy and procedure changes. Maintains unit specific skill competency validation.
Contributes to the evaluation of patient response to nursing care delivered. Communicates to RN/physician in a timely manner the response to care delivered. Documents response of treatment measures according to unit/Tri Health guidelines.
Initiates or participates in activities that promote growth and development within the practice of nursing. Utilizes Chain of Command appropriately. Builds collegial relationships with physician offices and other members of the health care team. Demonstrates autonomy in identifying opportunities for process improvement.

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