LPN - Orthopedics

We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

Location

Primary: 7230 Engle Rd Suite 100 Fort Wayne, 46804

Secondary:
The provider has a satellite office in Muncie, IN that would require candidates to travel to 4-6 times per month

Schedule

Monday - Friday; 7:00AM - 4:00PM

What We're Looking For

• Ability to manage the surgery scheduling for the provider
• Dependable and reliable team players
• Positive attitude and strong communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting
• Willingness to learn and support teammates

Typical Responsibilities

• Performing and documenting patient assessments within the LPN scope of practice.
• Obtaining and monitoring vital signs.
• Administering medications, including oral, topical, subcutaneous, and intramuscular medications as permitted by policy.
• Monitoring patients for changes in condition and reporting concerns to the RN or provider.
• Assisting with admission, discharge, and transfer processes.
• Providing wound care and dressing changes.
• Travel to Muncie required 4-6 days per month

Benefits

• Benefits Designed for You
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthy Results Wellness Program with bi-weekly incentives

Qualifications and Responsibilities

Knows and uses the nursing process in planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care to individual patients. Collaborates with other members of the healthcare team. Evaluates response to interventions and patient status toward goal achievement. Accepts delegated nursing measures for which he or she knows he or she is prepared, qualified and licensed to perform. Requires graduation from a nationally accredited licensed practical nursing program.

Requires an active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) LPN license. Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies. Successful completion of orientation required. 1-2 years of relevant experience preferred.