Lead LPN
JOB SUMMARY
The Lead Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing physician support as applicable, and comprehensive nursing care to patients and their families under the direction of the physician. This position supports the Practice Manager in coordinating and leading practice personnel to ensure consistent standards of practice and competencies in the delivery of patient care services.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Demonstrates clinical expertise in the care of the assigned patient specialty and is recognized as a resource in practice specialty by physicians and staff.
Monitors patient flow and takes appropriate action to optimize practice visit times; communicates delays to patients.
Receives patients from the waiting room, escorts to the exam room, prepares patient for exam.
Obtains and records vital signs, height and weight, major complaint, medication and allergies
Collects various specimens (i.e. urine, sputum) by following proper specimen collection, storing and recording protocols.
Administers medications as governed by licensure, training and demonstrate competency.
Performs quarterly audits and reports outcomes to hospital Performance Improvement Department (ex: Infection Control).
Required Minimum Education:
2 year Associates Degree
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, Licensed in State of Ohio as LPN with M-IV certification, BLS
Minimum Years and Type of Experience:
Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in clinical nursing, including clinical experience directly related to that of assigned practice
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:
Experience in nursing leadership desired. Experience in an outpatient environment, or physician’s practice strongly desired.
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
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 Employers, 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