Licensed Practical Nurse - Weekend Option - Transitional Care

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital Transitional Care LPN

Provides direct patient care under the direction of a registered nurse, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or physician.

• Contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for review.
• Administers medications and observes patients for adverse reactions.
• Evaluates learning needs of patients and families and provides education based on age, culture, and willingness to learn.
• Performs job duties in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act.
• May triage patients and refers to physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant if needed.
• May relay information to patients.
• May carry out orders by the physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant as it pertains to the needs of the patients.
• May perform administrative/clerical duties in support of assigned clinical department.
• May perform plan of care interventions.

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under general supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Applies more advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specialization.

Work Experience

• No experience required

Education

• High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher required upon hire

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• LPN
  - Licensed Practical Nurse and eligible to practice in the state of Kentucky required upon hire AND
• BLS
  - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 45 days of employment in this position

• Supports Owensboro Health's Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.

Standing:
Frequently

Walking:
Frequently

Sitting:
Occasionally

Lifting 0-25 lbs.:
Frequently

Lifting 25-75 lbs.:
Rarely

Lifting over 75 lbs.:
Rarely

Carrying 0-25 lbs.:
Frequently

Carrying 25-75 lbs.:
Rarely

Carrying over 75 lbs.:
Rarely

Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs.:
Frequently

Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs.:
Frequently

Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs.:
Frequently

Climbing:
Occasionally

Bending/Stooping:
Frequently

Kneeling:
Occasionally

Crouching/Crawling:
Occasionally

Reaching:
Frequently

Talking:
Frequently

Hearing:
Frequently

Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements:
Rarely

Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements:
Frequently

Keyboard Data Entry:
Frequently

Running:
Occasionally

Vision:
Depth Perception:
Frequently

Vision:
Distinguish Color:
Frequently

Vision:
Seeing Far:
Frequently

Vision:
Seeing Near:
Frequently

Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure:
High risk

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY
- We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT
- We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK
- We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION
- We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE
- We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE
- We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.