Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long Term Care - Southampton Memorial Hospital

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days/Evenings (United States of America)

*Sign-On Bonus Eligible*

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for the delivery of patient care under the direction of the Physician. The LPN functions as an integral part of the health care team to provide the highest quality of care to the patient by preparing and assessing patients for provider visits. In this position, the LPN will observe, record, and report patient responses to medical care.

Essential Job Functions ​

• Collaborates with physicians and other health care team members in meeting patient/family needs

• Implements the plan of care by providing direct basic nursing care in accordance with the LPN scope of practice
• Appropriately labels and packages specimens, as trained
• Assists in providing indirect care through various clerical or administrative duties as assigned by the registered nurse
• Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested
• Assists provider with procedures, treatments, and interventions
• Other duties as assigned

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) in the state in which they are working or covered by compact (required) 
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (required)
• IV Therapy card (preferred)

Education

• Vocational/ Technical Degree in Licensed Practical Nursing (required)

Work Experience

• One year of clinical patient care experience in an acute care setting, long-term care facility, or health/hospice (preferred, not required) 

Training

N/A

Language

N/A

Skills

• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to all ages of the patients 
• Ability to learn and use a computer-based patient appointment scheduling and registration system  
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a team 
• Strong interpersonal communication and organization skills

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Bon Secours associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, shot- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

Std Nursing Home Care - Southampton - Franklin

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.