About this role
A nonexempt position responsible for nursing care under the supervision of physicians and clinical services manager. May be responsible for basic clinical tasks including but not limited to, vital signs, routine blood draws, immunization, injections, point of care testing, and EKG’s and provides care that is consistent with Inspira policies and external regulations and requirements.
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Graduation from an approved practical nursing program.
- Minimum one year of LPN experience; clinical experience preferred.
- Experience in a medical practice environment strongly preferred.
Certification/Licensure:
- State-licensed practical nurse.
- American Heart Healthcare Provider CP.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Able to operate multi-line phone system, update and modify EMR records on computer, understand medical charting, able to operate stethoscope, echocardiography (EKG) machine, ear-washing instruments, blood pressure cuff, speculums, and other nursing items.
- May involve use of walkers, wheelchairs, pulse oximetry, and oxygen tanks.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology. Familiarity with health care systems, regulations, policies, and functions. Understanding of documentation standards.
- Knowledge of equipment, supplies, and materials needed for medical treatment. Understanding of basic laboratory procedures including preparation and screening.
- Knowledge of infectious disease management and control and safety standards.
- Skill in reading and following written and oral medical orders.
- Skill in initiating appropriate emergency procedures.
- Skill in handling a number of tasks simultaneously.
- Skill in performing blood draws.
Position Responsibilities
• Obtains, verifies, and records health history of patients. Gathers pertinent health data
through physical assessments and biological samples. Collects specimens for laboratory
analysis.
• Provides basic patient care as ordered. Administers medications and treatments as
directed. Assists other health care professionals in performing exams, diagnostic
procedures and treatments, and minor medical procedures. Adheres to infection
control/safety guidelines and confidentiality policies.
• Documents assessments, interventions, patient/family responses, medication
dispensed/prescribed, and test results in medical records.
• Promotes wellness by providing patient education materials, communicating physician
advice/instructions.
• Ability to use manual dexterity to perform medical treatments.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and diverse
patient populations.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations for drug dosages.
| Physical Requirements: N: Never O: Occasionally (<20%) F: Frequently (20%-80%) C: Constantly (>80%) | |||||
| Lifting <20lbs | C | Standing | C | Sitting | F |
| Lifting 20-50lbs | O | Climbing | O | Kneeling | O |
| Lifting>50lbs | N | Crouching | O | Reaching | F |
| Carrying | C | Hearing | C | Walking | C |
| Pushing | F | Talking | C | Vision | C |
| Environmental Conditions: | |||||
| Noise | O | Varied Temperatures | O | Cleaning Agents | O |
| Noxious odors | O | Patient Exposure | C | Operative Equipment | O |
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
Other facts
About Inspira Health
Inspira Health is a charitable nonprofit health care organization serving communities across southern New Jersey. The system traces its roots to 1899 and comprises three hospitals, two comprehensive cancer centers, eight multi-specialty health centers, and locations throughout South Jersey. These include urgent care; outpatient imaging and rehabilitation; sleep medicine labs; cardiac testing facilities; behavioral health, digestive health and wound care centers; home care and hospice; and more than 35 primary and specialty physician practices in Gloucester, Cumberland, Salem, Camden and Atlantic counties.
Together with our medical staff of more than 1,200 physicians and other health care providers, we provide evidence-based care to help each patient achieve the best possible outcome. Our clinical and support staffs are focused on providing quality care in a safe environment for every patient. And we understand that to provide excellent care to our patients, we must also be sensitive to the needs of their families. The love and support of family can comfort and strengthen patients while aiding the healing process.
In support of our mission to improve the lives of all we serve, the leadership and staff of Inspira Health are dedicated to clinical and service excellence. However, as a leading regional health network, we are committed to doing more than just that. We believe our organization must become a source of inspiration, encouraging everyone to lead healthier lives. This can only be achieved by working together with our communities; by bringing vital services to the towns and neighborhoods we serve; and partnering with like-minded organizations to create a culture throughout our region that fosters good health for everyone.
What you'll do
- The LPN is responsible for obtaining and recording patient health histories, providing basic patient care, and documenting assessments and interventions. They assist healthcare professionals with exams and treatments while adhering to safety and confidentiality guidelines.
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