What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position at Columbia Orthopaedic Group?
Location: Columbia Orthopaedic Group
Job Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Job Description: We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team at Columbia Orthopaedic Group. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional nursing care to our patients, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
Responsibilities:
- Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
- Monitor patient health and report any changes to the healthcare team.
- Assist with patient assessments and care planning.
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
- Educate patients and their families on health care needs and procedures.
- Ensure a safe and clean environment for patients.
Qualifications:
- Valid LPN license in Missouri.
- Current CPR certification.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Compassionate and patient-focused attitude.
Benefits:
- Company and Employee Paid Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Company Paid Benefits: Long-term disability and basic life insurance.
- Employee Paid Additional Options: Critical illness, short-term disability, accident, cancer, hospital, and voluntary life insurance.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Begins accruing after 30 days (starting at 12 hours per month).
- 401K/Retirement:
- Safe Harbor: After 1 year of continued employment, all employees will automatically receive a 3% employer-paid safe harbor contribution to their 401K/Retirement Plan.
- Match Plan: After 1 year of continued employment, employee contributions are matched at 50% up to 6% by the employer.
