Licensed Practical Nurse
2 days ago
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Ottumwa Regional Health Center provides a wide range of health services, including emergency medicine, critical care services, medical/surgical, acute rehabilitation, obstetrics, and pediatrics, as well as specialty services such as cardiac catheterization, diagnostic and therapeutic radiological services, wound care, pain clinic, sleep lab, pathology, and so much more.
Where We Are:
Ottumwa is a center for "cultural and commercial development" known for its low cost of living, abundant recreation and entertainment, and outstanding education and healthcare facilities. You'll find something new and exciting to do every day in Ottumwa where there is always a new adventure awaiting on the other side of the bridge.
Why Choose Us:
- Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
- Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
- Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
- Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
- And much more...
Position Summary:
The LPN works under the supervision of the department Director and Manager, and the registered nurse. S/He is responsible for providing nursing care for acutely ill patients. The nurse performs assigned procedures that are within the scope of practice as set forth by the Iowa State Board of Nursing. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job.
DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Participates in the nursing process and notifies the RN of changes of condition.
- Possesses the specialized knowledge and clinical skills necessary to provide care for people with physical limitations and chronic illness.
- Coordinates nursing care activities in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary rehab team to facilitate achievement of overall goals.
- Demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to changes in nursing practice.
- Maintains accurate records and nursing documentation principles within the LPN scope of practice.
- Communicates and demonstrates clear, concise and direct communication with customers, unit leadership and multidisciplinary team members.
- Responding in a positive manner to constructive criticism.
- Exercising safe judgment in decision making and demonstrating tact and understanding when dealing with patients, team members, members of other disciplines, and the public, recognizing legal responsibilities and functioning within limitations specified by law.
- Actively participating in the development and accomplishment of unit goals.
- Conveying risk and safety concerns to Director, Nursing Supervisor, or Administration in a timely manner.
- Completing variance reports regarding unexpected patient, family, or employee incidents in a timely manner.
- Demonstrating fulfillment of the standards of behavior.
- Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills to develop a rapport with clients, families and health team members to ensure the fulfillment of requirements for legal documentation and reimbursement.
- Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
The Licensed Practical Nurse works under the supervision of the ARU Nurse Manager and the ARU Director and is responsible for providing nursing care for acutely ill patients. S/He performs assigned procedures that are within the scope of practice as set forth by the Iowa State Board of Nursing for a LPN.Regular attendance is an essential function of this job.
- Ability to organize, coordinate and assist the RN in the nursing process, consistent with accepted and prevailing practice for the patient population.
EDUCATION
- Graduate of a Licensed Practical Nurse program
EXPERIENCE
- Previous healthcare experience within a clinical setting preferred.
CERTIFICATE/LICENSE
- Current Iowa Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License
- Current BCLS verification
EEOC Statement:
Ottumwa Regional Health Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)Learn More
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