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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
0.01
Work Shift:
Days/Nights (United States of America)
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and under the supervision of Licensed Professional (e.g., Registered Nurse, Licensed Physician, Physician Assistant, or Advanced Practice Nurse), the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides skilled nursing care and administers medications to patients.
Essential Job Functions
- Provides compassionate care to patients and their families.
- Educates patients and their families on prevention and healthy habits.
- Provides emotional support and companionship to patients, fostering a positive and caring environment.
- Assists in the coordination of healthcare services, including scheduling appointments and arranging transportation for patients.
- Assist patients, family members or other clients with concern and empathy; respects confidentially and privacy and communicates in a courteous and respectful manner.
- Under the direction of a Licensed Professional (e.g., Physician, Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, or Registered Nurse), participates in the nursing process to include , planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patient’s plan of care accurately and in a timely manner while collaborating with other nurses and members of the healthcare team.
- Gives direct nursing care and assists with care of the patient at the direction of a Registered Nurse, Licensed Physician, Physician Assistant, or Advanced Practice Nurse.
- Performs patient data collection and observation considering patient's age group, severity of condition/disease (including physical, psychosocial, cultural, environmental, self-care, and education needs), and coordination of resources and referrals.
- Collects and documents objective data, subjective data, and patient care including focused observations such as pain, pain relief, results of treatments, updates to plan of care, implementation, and evaluation of care following unit specific and hospital charting guidelines.
- Administers ordered medications and treatments within scope of practice, , as prescribed by a Licensed Physician, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner using appropriate medical equipment as needed.
- Performs phlebotomy services.
- Contributes to the evaluation of the patient’s response to nursing interventions, involving the patient, family, significant others, or other members of the health care team appropriately; documents and communicates patient’s responses to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) from the state of employment or LPN applicant (required)
- BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (required)
- ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (may be required for specialty areas)
- PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (may be required for specialty areas)
- NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Program (may be required for specialty areas)
- Valid state Driver’s license (preferred)
Education
None
Work Experience
1 year of clinical patient care experience (e.g., PCT, CNA, LPN) in Hospice, acute care setting, long-term care facility, or physician practice (preferred)
Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)
Language
N/A
Patient Population
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
Infant (1-12 months)
Pediatrics (1-12 years)
Adolescents (13-17 years)
Adults (18-64 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Physical Requirements
Physical Demands
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) x
Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) x
Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) x
Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) x
Stoop, Kneel x
Crawling x
Climbing x
Balance x
Bending x
Work Position
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Sitting x
Walking x
Standing x
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Physical Requirements
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Acuity – near
Hazards
Not applicable to this position
Skills
Monitor patient conditions during treatment
Attention to detail
Compassion
Strong Communication with family members
Collaboration
Teamwork
Conflict resolution
Active listening
Relationship building
Time management skills
Dependability
Adaptability
Flexibility
Patient Care Plans
Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
- Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w/AD&D
- Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
- And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.
Department:
Inpatient Hospice - Paducah Home Care
It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
