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Baptist Health

Louisville, KYFull-time$7.25/hrSeen 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago

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Compensation
$7.25/hr
Location
Louisville, KY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

State Licensure As Practical NurseCurrent RN LicensureBasic Life Support Certification

Job overview

Baptist Health Medical Group seeks an LPN (or RN) to assist physicians in an orthopedic surgery clinic, providing patient care, performing EKGs, venipuncture, vital signs, medication administration, and clerical duties.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

EKGVenipuncturePulmonary Function TestingVital Signs DocumentationSplint ApplicationMedication AdministrationPhysician AssistanceInfection ControlSupply RestockingEquipment ReportingPatient Rights AdvocacyEmergency ResponseOSHA ComplianceQuality Control DocumentationClerical DutiesScheduling AppointmentsPhone AnsweringFilingPrecertification ProcessingDemographic Data CollectionComputer Skills

Qualifications

High School Diploma/GEDGraduation From Approved Practical Nursing ProgramState Licensure as Practical NurseCurrent RN LicensureBasic Life Support CertificationClinical or Physician Office ExperienceOrthopedic or Surgical Clinic Experience

Full job description

Experience Required

None

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

Summary

PM asked that RN position be downgraded to LPN. Originally approved for an RN 20196 position

Job Description:

Baptist Health Medical GroupLPN - Orthopedic Surgery

St. Matthews Area

Full Time / First Shift

The LPN or RN assists physicians and clinical staff by collecting pertinent patient information needed to determine physical and psychological needs, identify and address health concerns, and provide appropriate patient care. The LPN or RN performs treatments, diagnostic procedures, and routine clinical duties within their scope of practice and demonstrated competencies. Direct patient care is provided to patients of all ages.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Perform EKGs, venipunctures, pulmonary function testing, and other laboratory procedures and treatments accurately.

Obtain and accurately document vital signs and patient information in an appropriate and timely manner.

Apply splints, braces, and wound dressings correctly.

Administer medications according to physician orders and applicable scope of practice.

Assist physicians with examinations and procedures.

Prepare, clean, and maintain rooms, equipment, and instruments; practice appropriate infection control procedures.

Order and restock clinical supplies as needed.

Report equipment and facility maintenance needs to the appropriate manager.

Respect and promote patient rights, maintain patient confidentiality, and demonstrate friendly and helpful behavior.

Respond appropriately to patient emergencies and follow established policies and procedures.

Follow OSHA, departmental, and organizational policies and procedures.

Perform quality control activities and maintain required documentation and records.

Report departmental, staffing, and operational concerns to the appropriate supervisor in a timely manner.

Perform clerical duties as needed, which may include scheduling appointments, answering phones, filing, copying, completing forms and referrals, obtaining precertification's, collecting demographic information, updating patient charts, and ensuring fee tickets accurately reflect services performed.

Minimum Education, Experience, Training, and Licensure/Certifications/Registrations Required

High school diploma or equivalent.

Graduation from an approved practical nursing program for LPN candidates.

Current state licensure as a Practical Nurse for LPN candidates.

Current RN licensure for RN candidates.

Clinical or physician office experience preferred.

Orthopedic or surgical clinic experience preferred.

Computer skills preferred.

Basic Life Support certification required, with other advanced training as appropriate.

RN, LPN, Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedics, Clinical, Triage, Patient Care, Medical Office

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

"EEO Statement: Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and seeks to employ individuals without regard to r ace, color, national origin, gender, s exual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, religious or political beliefs, protected veteran status, employment status or any other protected class identified in any federal, state, or local law. Baptist Health specifically encourages minority, female, disabled, veteran and other candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and strengthen our team. Please note that Baptist Health is a drug-free workplace and employment with Baptist Health is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMATION AND ACCESSIBILITY TO SERVICES

Persons with hearing and speech impairments can contact Baptist Health facilities by using the Kentucky Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). For voice to TDD, call 800.648.6057. For TDD to voice, call 800.648.6056."

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Not specified

Veteran Preference

No

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

R25084640

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