Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
$48,464–$63,835 year
On-siteVernal, Utah, United States
Job Summary
Under the direction of an RN or provider, provide wound-related and basic nursing care to patients following hospital policies, CMS guidelines, and safety protocols. Assist with vein clinic intake and discharge after completing required training, gather patient information and supplies, and report quality of care issues to the Clinical Nurse Manager. Communicate with team members regarding therapeutic interventions, perform hyperbaric oxygen therapy duties after training, and function as a documentation assistant. Maintain a current LPN license with two years of experience, including wound care preference, and demonstrate competency in BLS and computerized nursing systems. Work in a fast-paced office and patient care environment with physical demands including lifting up to 75 pounds.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)
- Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program/state approved educational program
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice
- Two (2) or more years' experience as LPN/LVN
- One (1) or more years in SNF or LTACH setting
- Demonstrated competency in BLS (Basic Life Support)
- Demonstrated organization, prioritization and time-management skills
- Basic knowledge of regulatory/accrediting requirements for healthcare organizations
- Strong interpersonal, listening, as well as oral and written communication skills
- Customer service skills and follow-up skills
- Ability to multi-task and to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work with others and in a team environment
- Problem solving skills
- Ability to stay calm in all situations
- Working knowledge of computerized nursing systems
- Physical ability to be in a stationary position for extended periods of time (4 hours or more)
- Physical ability to view computer screen for extended periods of time (4 hours or more)
- Physical ability to key frequently on a computer for 4 hours or more
- Physical ability to lift/moving items up to 20 pounds
- Physical ability to lift/moving items up to 75 pounds with equipment assistance
- Physical ability to push/pulling
- Physical ability to bending/stooping
- Physical ability to reaching/grasping/touching with hands
- Color perception
- Close, distance and peripheral vision
Desired Qualifications
- Wound care experience
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