Lead Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN; Heart and Vascular Institute

Lead Licensed Practical Nurse

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

JOB SUMMARY

The Lead Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing physician support as applicable, and comprehensive nursing care to patients and their families under the direction of the physician. This position supports the Practice Manager in coordinating and leading practice personnel to ensure consistent standards of practice and competencies in the delivery of patient care services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrates clinical expertise in the care of the assigned patient specialty and is recognized as a resource in practice specialty by physicians and staff.
• Monitors patient flow and takes appropriate action to optimize practice visit times; communicates delays to patients.
• Receives patients from the waiting room, escorts to the exam room, prepares patient for exam.
• Obtains and records vital signs, height and weight, major complaint, medication and allergies
• Collects various specimens (i.e. urine, sputum) by following proper specimen collection, storing and recording protocols.
• Administers medications as governed by licensure, training and demonstrate competency.
• Performs quarterly audits and reports outcomes to hospital Performance Improvement Department (ex: Infection Control).

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS

Graduate of an practical nursing program, Licensed in State of Ohio as LPN, BLS

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

Experience in nursing leadership desired. Experience in an outpatient environment, or physician's practice strongly desired.

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer
• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:
Youngstown Cardiology