RN​/LPN, Physician Center - Family Practice -Dr. Timson

RN/LPN, Physician Center - Family Practice
-Dr. Timson

Job Category
:
Nursing

Requisition Number
: RNLPN
009216

Full-Time

399

E. Main St., Newark, OH 43055, USA

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non‑profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well‑being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting‑edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life‑saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician, the RN/LPN provides to individuals and groups nursing care requiring the application of basic knowledge of the biological, physical, behavioral, social and nursing sciences.

• Assists Physicians, NPs, RNs in assessment of patients and contributes information in planning and evaluating quality patient care.
• Provides direct technical nursing care to patients.
• Administers medications ordered by a licensed provider after having completed the 90‑hour Pharmacology Course and passing the National Exam.
• Maintains excellence in clinical competency and nursing skills through continuing education.
• Informs Physician, NP, or RN of patient’s symptoms, reactions, progress and other information pertaining to patient’s care.
• Maintains a clean, safe and orderly patient, visitor, and staff environment. Practices Universal Precautions.
• Participates in the ongoing quality improvement program and responds to results obtained from data collection.

• Graduate of accredited Practical Nursing program and maintains current licensure in the State of Ohio.
• Functions within the scope of practice of nursing for a licensed practical nurse as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.
• Maintains BCLS certification.
• Possesses basic analytical ability to perform assigned tasks and gather and interpret data in situations that are not difficult or complex.
• Demonstrates ability to provide care for pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients under supervision of a licensed physician, NP and/or RN.
• Demonstrates knowledge, skill and ability to perform phlebotomy, EKG, vital signs, medication administration (oral, med nebulizer, IM, SQ) routes for children and adults, ear lavage, monofilament, glucometer, occult blood, visual and auditory acuity, strep screen, urinalysis, urine pregnancy, specimen collection and preparation as applicable to the practice setting.
• Demonstrates ability to proficiently operate various office machines including office computer systems (IDX, EMR, Meditech), fax, telephone, photocopier.

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