LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse – Emergency – Mount Carmel Health System – Columbus, OH

Qualified applicants may submit a resume to Laura Mangia, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected] expedited consideration Why Mount Carmel?With five hospitals, over 60 free-standing outpatient clinics, a college of nursing, a Medicare Advantage plan, and extensive outreach and community wellness programs, Mount Carmel Health System serves more than a million patients in central Ohio each year, and we’ve been a pillar of this community for more than 130 years. As a proud member of Trinity Health, one of the nation’s largest Catholic healthcare delivery systems, our network of caring spans 22 states, 94 hospitals, and 133,000 colleagues nationwide. We know that exceptional patient care starts with taking care of our colleagues, so we invest in great people and all that we ask in return is that you come to work ready to make a difference and do the right thing.What we offer: Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision coverageRetirement savings account with employer match starting on day oneGenerous paid time off programsEmployee recognition incentive programTuition/professional development reimbursementDiscounted tuition and enrollment opportunities’ at the Mount Carmel College of NursingWhy Columbus? The nation’s 14th largest city, Columbus, Ohio is one of the fastest growing major metropolitan areas in the Midwest – ranked #1 for population growth, #1 for job growth, #1 for wage growth, and #1 real estate market.

And with a vibrant blend of professional sports, world-class attractions, creative cuisines, and a flourishing music and arts scene, you’ll never be found wanting for entertainment and experiences to call your own in Columbus. Learn more at www.experiencecolumbus.com! About the job: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), within the scope of the Ohio Nurse Practice Act, will provide administrative support and care in an atmosphere sensitive to each person’s physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. The Licensed Practical Nurse, functioning in the spirit of teamwork, under the direction of a provider or Registered Nurse is accountable for the delivery of patient care utilizing the Nursing Process within the standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines of the Organization.What you will do: Clinical: Greets and escorts patient to exam roomMeasures and records vital signsRecords patient interview and historyProvides approved patient education materials upon direction of provider or RNPrepares patient for examinations, routine screening tests, and proceduresAssists the provider or RN with procedures as neededPerforms phlebotomy and obtains lab specimens as orderedPerforms testing to meet regulatory requirements as orderedPerforms point of care testing as orderedPerforms EKGs as orderedPrepares and administers medications (no IV medications) based on written provider orderChanges dressings as orderedRemoves sutures/staples as orderedAssists in emergency situations under the direction of the provider.Maintains a clean, well-stocked patient care areaAbides by all federal mandatesMaintains patient confidentiality and abides by all HIPAA guidelinesAdministrative: Screens, refers, routes and places phone callsDocuments patient care observation and activities according to professional standards and procedures.Prepares patient charts for appointment: files results of tests, procedures and ensures chart completeness.Requests previous medical recordsSchedules appointments and tests: pre-certifies patients for insurance coverage; sets up referral contacts; reviews requisitions (labs and x-rays) for completenessPrepares and organizes department: inspects exam rooms for cleanliness and equipment for condition.Stocks supplies as neededTimely and accurately maintains required logs and recordsAttends required in-service trainingMaintains continuing education units as appropriateWhat we are looking for: Graduate of an accredited School of Practical NursingCurrent license in good standing to practice as an practical nurse in the State of Ohio, IV certification preferredOne to two years previous experience preferredEffective Communication SkillsCurrent BLS/CPR and maintain current certificationDemonstrates skills and abilities in clinical and administrative areas including phlebotomy, office lab testing, patient care, injections, vitals and EKG.Exceptional customer service skillsMust be able to work as a member of a teamAbility to work with limited supervision and to make decisions based on established policies and procedures.Basic computer skills required, previous experience with EMR preferred-Mount Carmel and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, physical disability or any other classification protected under local, state or federal law.Trinity Health’s Commitment to Diversity and InclusionTrinity Health employs about 133,000 colleagues at dozens of hospitals and hundreds of health centers in 22 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.Trinity Health’s dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.