LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE MEDICAL ONCOLOGY
Company: SCL Health
Location: Grand Junction
Posted on: October 16, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Description:The LPN, under the direction of a registered
nurse, licensed physician, or other specified health care
professional, participates in patient care commensurate to Scope of
Practice.Scope1.Performs basic nursing care to patients by
following established standards andprocedures. 2. May perform
specific nursing care as it relates to specialty of the practice.
3. Collects patient data such as vital signs; notes how the patient
looks and acts, or responds to stimuli, and reports this
information accordingly. 4. Prepares and administers injections,
performs routine tests, treats wounds, and changes bandages. 5.
Prepares patient records and files using established medical record
forms/automated systems and documentation practices. 6. Administers
medications within scope of license, and monitors and documents
treatment progress and patient response. 7. Participates in the
implementation and evaluation of patient care based on practice
guidelines, standards of care, and federal/state laws and
regulations. 8. Monitors and documents treatment progress and
patient response. 9. Conveys information to patients and families
about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute
and chronic conditions. 10. Participates in teams to improve
patient care processes and outcomes. 11. Administers medications,
IV therapy, blood draws and laboratory testing and resulting. 12.
Promotes mission, vision, and values of SCL Health, and abides by
service behavior standards. 13. Performs other duties as
assigned.Minimum QualificationsRequired Graduate of an accredited
school of practical nursing program required Current/valid Licensed
Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse from the state licensing
boardis required Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Care Life
Support (ACLS) is required If applicable. IV Certification is
required within the first 90 days of hire.PreferredOne (1) year
experience in a clinic or acute hospital nursing setting preferred
One (1) year Specialty clinic experience preferredTo perform this
job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential dutysatisfactorily. The requirements list must be
representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education,
training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Regular
attendance to perform work on site during regularly scheduled
business hours or scheduled shifts is required 2. Knowledge of
basic nursing processes, and understanding of health care
technology, equipment, and supplies. Familiarity with state law on
nursing care, nurse practice guidelines, and clinic policies and
procedures. 3. Ability to effectively communicate to staff and
patients. 4. Demonstrate sound judgment and composure with the
ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency
situations. 5. Maintain a positive, caring attitude towards
patients. 6. Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of
professionalism.Physical Requirements:Ongoing need for employee to
see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate
monitors, identify equipment and supplies.- and -Frequent
interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors
that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and
understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly
and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.- and
-Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and
delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes
frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care,
accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.- and
-Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer
patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and
equipment. Typically includes items of arying weights, up to and
including heavy items.- and -Need to walk and assist with
transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing
supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and
portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to
navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on
the floor, etc).- and -May be expected to stand in a stationary
position for an extended period of tiAnticipated job posting close
date:11/28/2024Location:St. Marys Regional HospitalWork City:Grand
JunctionWork State:ColoradoScheduled Weekly Hours:24The hourly
range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate
dependent upon experience.$20.56 - $35.35We care about your
well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our
caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of
programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that
encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and
engaged.Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for
our Idaho,
Keywords: SCL Health, Grand Junction , LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE MEDICAL ONCOLOGY, Healthcare , Grand Junction, Colorado
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