What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinic LPN position at CommonSpirit Health?
As our Clinic LPN at CHI St. Alexius Health Dickinson, you will provide nursing care to chronic and stabilized patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse; participates in each phase of the nursing process and may provide supervision to nurse aides; adheres to the performance standards established for this position.
To succeed in this role, you must have genuine compassion for your patient’s well-being and understand your part in helping our patients feel at ease. You also have the patience to explain the process, answer questions and update documentation.
CHI St. Alexius Health Dickinson part of CommonSpirit Heath a national nonprofit health system based in Englewood Colorado. The faith-based system operates in 18 states and includes 103 hospitals. Additional services offered within the system are: long-term care assisted and residential living communities community health services organizations home health agencies and numerous outpatient facilities.
If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.
Responsibilities
- Interviews patients and records their medical history
- Obtains and documents patient vital signs; reports abnormal findings promptly
- Administers and documents administration of treatments and medications within scope of practice; may administer oral, topical, and suppository medications; administer injections, infusions, and blood transfusions; start IVs
- Verifies that patient charts are updated promptly and accurately
- Observes and records patients’ conditions and reactions to medications and treatments
- Serves as a liaison between physician and patient; shares information and reinforces education and instructions provided by the care provider
- Participates in admission and discharge process
- Completes other duties within scope as assigned
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
- High school diploma or G.E.D equivalent required.
- Completion of accredited LPN Program required.
- 1 year of experience is preferred.
Required Licensure and Certifications
- Licensed Practical Nurse: ND required.
- American Heart Association BLS required.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training
- Candidates must be proficient with computers and computer applications in the healthcare setting.
- Candidates must be able to communicate effectively in both written and spoken English.
While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, and more!
