LPN

Genesis HealthCare System • Part-time • Somerset, Ohio 43783, United States • 1m ago

GENESIS HEALTHCARE SYSTEM

In order to fill our Mission of serving our community by helping each person achieve optimal health and well-being by providing compassionate, exceptional, and affordable healthcare services, all employees of Genesis HealthCare System must be committed to living the Genesis Mission and Genesis values of Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Team, and Innovation. All employees must regard themselves as an ‘owner’ of Genesis and keep our patients at the center of everything we do - always.

Position Details:

Work Shift:

Varied Shift (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Department:

Perry County Emergency

Overview of Position:

Administers skilled direct and indirect patient care to an assigned group of patients according to the patient’s plan of care under the direction of the registered nurse. Adheres to universal precautions and is compliant with infection control policies. Carries out job requirements as delegated by and with the supervision of a registered nurse.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1 Provides patient care, under the direction of an RN, in a warm and friendly manner.

2 Accurately takes and records measurements or readings.

3 Administers prescribed medications as indicated/documented by prescribing physician.

4 Works collaboratively with other caregivers on the unit.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2. One year previous experience.

3. Current Ohio LPN license.

4. Current IV certification for LPN (unless otherwise noted below)

a. IV certification obtained within one year of employment if working for the Genesis Surgery Center.

b. IV certification is not required for the following areas: Surgery (excluding Genesis Surgery Center, see above), Endoscopy, Hospice, Palliative care, and Hospital-Based Physician Offices (HOD offices).

5. Current CPR Certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of orientation.

6. Completion of an approved pharmacology course.

7. Ability to communicate effectively in an oral and written manner, as well as the ability to observe, assess, guide, and evaluate others

8. Ability to collect data, interpret findings, set priorities and carry out established plan

9. Ability to read, calculate, and prepare medication, as well as the ability to observe and analyze any resulting reactions and to apply clinical knowledge.

PATIENT CENTERED CARE & BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

1. Living the Genesis Mission, Vision and Values

• Performs work in a manner that is quality focused.

• Treats patients, co-workers, visitors and volunteers with courtesy, compassion, empathy and respect.

• Results oriented and focused on achievement of objectives.

• Acknowledges and responds to the diversity of people and the situation.

• Encourages peers (others) to be owners of change.

• Always makes the effort to anticipate and exceed customer needs and expectations.

• Possesses the ability to engage others with patience and understanding.

• Acts in a manner that creates positive first and lasting impressions.

• Demonstrates the ability to own issues until they are resolved.

2. Patient Centered Care (patients/families, physicians, co-workers, all other internal/external customers)

• Introduces self and role…connects with everyone.

• Communicates effectively (i.e. advising others of actions, pertinent information, time durations, etc.) and asks for feedback.

• Asks for and anticipates needs and concerns of others.

• Maintains a positive work environment for staff and a healing environment for patients (i.e. safe, clean, quiet, etc.)

• Maintains the dignity and privacy of each person; manages confidential/sensitive information appropriately.

• Responds to requests in an appropriate and timely manner.

• Exits patient/customer encounters courteously, asking if there are additional needs that can be addressed.

3. Promotes Patient and Employee Safety

• Demonstrates safe Patient Handling (i.e. transfers, transport, care administration, nutrition, medication, etc.)

• Demonstrates safe Materials Handling (i.e. appropriate use and disposal of chemicals, infectious wastes, etc.)

• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of Infectious Disease precautions and use of proper protective equipment

• Demonstrates Slips/Trips and Falls Awareness.

• Actively contributes to maintaining a safe, clean and quiet environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Ability to sit, stand, stoop, push, pull, bend, and walk for extended periods of time

2. Ability to lift 50 pounds to waist level

This description reflects in general terms the type and level of work performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive, nor portray the specific duties of any one incumbent.

Thank you for your interest in employment at Genesis. Genesis is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Selection of applicants for employment is based only on qualifications and the requirements of a specific job.

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