LPN Part-time
Genesis HealthCare System

LPN

apartment Genesis HealthCare System location_onZanesville, OH 43701, US
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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:

16

Department:

Endoscopy Services

Overview of Position:

Job Profile Summary
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.
5.    Facilitates cost reduction per procedure by not opening supplies that are not needed. 
6.    Participates in maintaining physician preference cards
7.    Accepts on-call schedule and responds to on call activation within 45 minutes
8.    Uses Epic system to enter orders, confirm orders, and print reports. May use other computer programs required in the area of responsibility
9.    May be asked to serve on department specialty focus team. 
10.    Follows timeout policy
11.    Patient advocate
12.    Hand off reporting to the appropriate nursing staff
13.    Demonstrates proficiency with critical thinking related to immediate post-anesthesia management (phase II recovery) as evidenced by airway management, hemodynamics, thermoregulation, PONV, and pain management
14.    Ensures care and maintenance of workstations, including glucometer controls, maintaining warmers (restocking and temperature control), maintaining refrigerator (temperature control), cleaning and restocking of workstation and defibrillator. 
15.    Demonstrates flexibility in accommodating work schedule, such as staggering shifts and coming early or staying late as necessary
16.    Proficient with post operative area expectations, including observations of patients post sedation from Phase II (conscious sedation or monitored anesthesia care), post operative order sets, and discharge of post procedural patients
17.    Properly decontaminates instruments and/or scopes, re-sterilize, and maintain log of activity
18.    Keeps the equipment coordinator and/or manager informed of problems or suspected problems with the various pieces of equipment in the procedure room
19.    Assists the procedural nurse with documenting implant records and specimen collection completely and accurately. Assists with documenting correct charges. 

QUALIFICATIONS
1.    High school diploma or equivalent.
2.    Current Ohio LPN license.
3.    Current CPR Certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of orientation.
4.    Completion of an approved pharmacology course.
5.    Ability to communicate effectively in an oral and written manner, as well as the ability to observe, assess, guide, and evaluate others
6.    Ability to collect data, interpret findings, set priorities and carry out established plan
7.    Ability to read, calculate, and prepare medication, as well as the ability to observe and analyze any resulting reactions and to apply clinical knowledge.
8.    Demonstrates competence in age-specific patient care.

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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Inclusiveness - Cultivate an environment that embraces diversity and ideas at every level of interaction. Our systems and processes are designated to ensure that every person is treated equally and every voice is heard fairly. Accountability - We conduct ourselves professionally and will manage taxpayer dollars responsibly. What you'll do as a Licensed Practical Nurse at Cambridge Developmental Center: Medication and treatment administration. Checking residents per direct care staff concerns and post incident. Completing documentation – i.e. 24-hour report, nursing notes, medication administration record and physician orders. Acts as a liaison with physicians by communicating medical concerns of residents with physicians and other medical consultants and then informing team members of treatment recommendations. Attends meetings i.e. medication reviews, admission/discharge and special team meetings. Assists with physical exams of individuals. Preparing and filing medical related documents. 60 cent shift differential for all hours worked on 2nd or 3rd shift. Pay increase after 180 days. Every other weekend off. Mandatory hours are required. Sign-on bonus of $1000 available - $500 to be paid after 120 days and remaining $500 to be paid after 1 year. What’s In It For You At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans. Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation. Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth/Adoption leave Employee Development Funds The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee. Ohio Public Employees Retirement System OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information. Deferred Compensation The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information. Qualifications License to practice nursing as a licensed practical nurse issued by Ohio Board of Nursing pursuant to Section 4723 Ohio Revised Code; MDS certification issued by ANNAC (i.e. American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordination). Job Skills: Nursing Professional Skills : Attention to detail, Confidentiality, Responsiveness, Teamwork and Time Management Technical Skills: Behavioral Health, Human Services, Medical, Medical Charting ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. Drug-Free Workplace The State of Ohio is a drug-free Workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting. Organization Developmental Disabilities - Cambridge Developmental Center Agency Contact Name and Information 740 432 0497 Unposting Date Ongoing Work Location Cambridge Developmental Center Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Guernsey County-Cambridge Compensation 26.76 Schedule Full-time Work Hours 2:00pm - 10:30pm Classified Indicator Classified Union OCSEA Primary Job Skill Direct Support/Direct Care Technical Skills Medical Charting, Medical, Nursing Professional Skills Attention to Detail, Consultation, Observation Agency Overview The Department of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) is a trauma informed care agency focused on implementing our core values and support to people with developmental disabilities. We oversee a statewide system of supportive services that focus on ensuring health and safety, supporting access to community participation and increasing opportunities for meaningful employment. Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact ADA Coordinator Renae Wallace at 614-752-3011 or by email at EEO-DiversityAffairs@dodd.ohio.gov .