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LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

Mountain View Hospital • Full-time • Idaho Falls, ID, USA • 1m ago

Job Details

Job Location: TCI Idaho Falls - Idaho Falls, ID

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Accredited Nursing Program

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Category: Health Care

Description

Mountain View Hospital is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team!

JOB SUMMARY:

This position offers support to our nurses. In addition to the usual LPN roles of giving medicine, observing patients and helping with diagnostic tests. They may teach patients and their families about the disease and its treatment. Because of their specialized knowledge on the care of cancer patients, oncology LPN’s often serve as resources to other staff members. Oncology LPN’s at out-patient facilities may work nights, weekends and holidays if needed. LPN work can be physically taxing, and you risk injury from lifting patients and moving equipment.

BENEFITS:

Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Mountain View Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include:

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
Education Reimbursement Program
Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital

Please note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Bedside nursing
EKG’s
Preparation and administration of oral and all injectable medication (IVP may be administered from approved list)
- Give subcutaneous and intramuscular injections
- IV infusions such as;
  - Hydration
  - Iron infusions
  - Antibiotics
  - Antinausea medication
- Accessing ports
  - Port flushes
  - Lab draws
- Drawing labs from PICC lines and Central lines
  - Line care (dressing, changing and flushing of PICC & Central lines)
Knowledge of commonly used drugs and their action:
- Observation of patients for response and reaction
Aseptic technique:
- Sterile dressing technique
Intravenous therapy if approved to do so from a board-approved course:
- Start and superimpose intravenous fluids, solutions of electrolytes, nutrients, vitamins, blood and blood products. Superimpose means to connect a container of intravenous fluid.
Blood withdrawal, if approved to do so from a board-approved course or if so stated in the license.
Telephone triage

About Mountain View:

Mountain View Hospital and our 29 affiliate clinics are committed to providing compassionate, cutting edge care to our patients. We serve the entire Snake River Valley – all the way from Pocatello to Rexburg. Our medical capabilities span everything from wound care to urgent care, oncology to neurology, physical therapy to speech therapy, a Level III NICU, robust robotic surgery department and a continuously expanding rural health practice.

Our work environment is mission driven, people-centric and supportive. It is what sets apart and makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

Education/Certification: Graduate of an accredited LPN program. Current LPN licensure in the state of Idaho. Current BLS and ACLS certification and renewal as required or obtain within 90 days of employment. Successful completion of PALS course within 7 months of hire date and renewal as required.

Experience: Clinical oncology and infusion experience experience preferred.

Equipment/Technology: Basic computer knowledge. Able to work in several EMRs.

Language/Communication: : Must have the ability to effectively read, write, and speak English. Must have the ability to speak/educate patients and family members in a manner effective for their learning level.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers. Able to calculate correct doses by applying necessary formulas as needed.

Mental Capabilities: Ability to problem solve and handle stressful situations. Critical thinking skills are necessary.

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