Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Pillar Health, East Bristol, WI, United States
KCHC and Pillar Health are currently growing to meet the needs of our community and we are seeking new team members! If you are interested in a career at KCHC or Pillar Health, please feel free to check the available openings below.
Position:
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Location:
4536 22nd Avenue
Job Id: 208-0426
# of Openings: 1
Kenosha Community Health Center is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for its 22nd Avenue location to support its Psychiatric Providers.
POSITION SUMMARY
This professional position assists the multi-disciplinary team as it relates to clinical services provided to the patient population. Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a clinical environment. The LPN is responsible for maintaining their own clinic and mandatory education requirements for meeting the established standards of their profession.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Achieve Results
Ability to gather clinical data
Maintains documentation in clinic records to ensure accurate tracking of the patient's medical treatment
Prepares and Administers Medication and Immunizations
Schedules/Informs Patients regarding procedures
Performs/ Assists with wound care
Locates and uses equipment required for providing patient care
Prepares and assists with procedures
Operational Excellence
Demonstrate excellence in customer service.
Demonstrate excellence in HIPAA compliance.
Relationships
Develop and maintain favorable internal relationships and partnerships with co-workers, including managers, providers, and support staff.
Stewardship and Professionalism
Ensure all actions, job performance, personal conduct, and communications represent the organization in a highly professional manner at all times.
Uphold and ensure compliance and attention to all corporate policies and procedures as well as the overall mission and values of the organization.
PRIMARY TASKS AND DUTIES
Performs general nursing care to patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids the physician/physician assistant during treatment, examination, and testing of patients.
Observes, records, and reports patients' conditions and reactions to drugs and treatment to physicians/physician assistants.
Maintains a timely flow of patients.
Greets patients and prepares them for physician/physician assistant examination. Screens patients for appropriate information. Instruct patients in the collection of samples and tests.
Arranges for patient testing and information.
Post tests and examination results.
Responsible for preparing exam rooms and re-stocking treatment areas.
Participates in CLIA and OSHA compliance and monitoring.
Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
Check sample drugs for outdated
Documents accordingly for PCMH and MU standards.
Participates in quality management
Maintains clinic integrity and cleanliness
SECONDARY TASKS AND DUTIES
Perform other related duties as required, which include but are not limited to:
Work on KCHC Quality Collaboratives, as needed.
Assist in training new staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/KEY COMPETENCIES
Thorough knowledge of practical nursing theory.
Knowledge of standard practices, rules, and regulations related to licensed practical nursing.
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, aseptic technique.
Knowledge of examination, diagnosis, and treatment room procedures.
Skill in using various types of equipment for examination and treatment procedures.
Skill in taking vital signs.
Skill in maintaining records and writing reports.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
Ability to recognize problems and recommend solutions.
Ability to act calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Education
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
Possess a current Wisconsin license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse
One year of professional nursing experience is preferred
Ability to communicate in Spanish (oral and written)preferred
Sitting greater than 50% of the time
Walking and standing less than 50% of the time
Occasional bending and lifting
WORK SCHEDULE
Open availability to work up to 40 hours during clinic operating hours. Clinics generally operate Monday – Thursday, 7am – 7pm, Friday, 7am – 5pm and Saturdays 7am – 3pm.
The provider-specific schedule initially consists of four ten-hour shifts with the ability to travel between multiple locations.
WHAT WE OFFER
As a full-time employee, you will receive an impressive portfolio of benefits designed to help you maintain a comfortable lifestyle for you and your qualifying dependents, including Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Life Insurance, Employee Assistant Program, 403(b) Paid Time Off, including Holidays. Reimbursement for Wisconsin State license is available.
*Qualifying employer forPublic Service Loan Forgiveness(PSLF).
Annual salary to commensurate with experience.
Learn more about us at www.pillarhealthcare.org.
Kenosha Community Health Center and Pillar Health, a Division of Kenosha Community Health Center, are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status, or genetic information (including family medical history).
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Position:
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Location:
4536 22nd Avenue
Job Id: 208-0426
# of Openings: 1
Kenosha Community Health Center is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for its 22nd Avenue location to support its Psychiatric Providers.
POSITION SUMMARY
This professional position assists the multi-disciplinary team as it relates to clinical services provided to the patient population. Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a clinical environment. The LPN is responsible for maintaining their own clinic and mandatory education requirements for meeting the established standards of their profession.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Achieve Results
Ability to gather clinical data
Maintains documentation in clinic records to ensure accurate tracking of the patient's medical treatment
Prepares and Administers Medication and Immunizations
Schedules/Informs Patients regarding procedures
Performs/ Assists with wound care
Locates and uses equipment required for providing patient care
Prepares and assists with procedures
Operational Excellence
Demonstrate excellence in customer service.
Demonstrate excellence in HIPAA compliance.
Relationships
Develop and maintain favorable internal relationships and partnerships with co-workers, including managers, providers, and support staff.
Stewardship and Professionalism
Ensure all actions, job performance, personal conduct, and communications represent the organization in a highly professional manner at all times.
Uphold and ensure compliance and attention to all corporate policies and procedures as well as the overall mission and values of the organization.
PRIMARY TASKS AND DUTIES
Performs general nursing care to patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids the physician/physician assistant during treatment, examination, and testing of patients.
Observes, records, and reports patients' conditions and reactions to drugs and treatment to physicians/physician assistants.
Maintains a timely flow of patients.
Greets patients and prepares them for physician/physician assistant examination. Screens patients for appropriate information. Instruct patients in the collection of samples and tests.
Arranges for patient testing and information.
Post tests and examination results.
Responsible for preparing exam rooms and re-stocking treatment areas.
Participates in CLIA and OSHA compliance and monitoring.
Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
Check sample drugs for outdated
Documents accordingly for PCMH and MU standards.
Participates in quality management
Maintains clinic integrity and cleanliness
SECONDARY TASKS AND DUTIES
Perform other related duties as required, which include but are not limited to:
Work on KCHC Quality Collaboratives, as needed.
Assist in training new staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/KEY COMPETENCIES
Thorough knowledge of practical nursing theory.
Knowledge of standard practices, rules, and regulations related to licensed practical nursing.
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, aseptic technique.
Knowledge of examination, diagnosis, and treatment room procedures.
Skill in using various types of equipment for examination and treatment procedures.
Skill in taking vital signs.
Skill in maintaining records and writing reports.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
Ability to recognize problems and recommend solutions.
Ability to act calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Education
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
Possess a current Wisconsin license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse
One year of professional nursing experience is preferred
Ability to communicate in Spanish (oral and written)preferred
Sitting greater than 50% of the time
Walking and standing less than 50% of the time
Occasional bending and lifting
WORK SCHEDULE
Open availability to work up to 40 hours during clinic operating hours. Clinics generally operate Monday – Thursday, 7am – 7pm, Friday, 7am – 5pm and Saturdays 7am – 3pm.
The provider-specific schedule initially consists of four ten-hour shifts with the ability to travel between multiple locations.
WHAT WE OFFER
As a full-time employee, you will receive an impressive portfolio of benefits designed to help you maintain a comfortable lifestyle for you and your qualifying dependents, including Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Life Insurance, Employee Assistant Program, 403(b) Paid Time Off, including Holidays. Reimbursement for Wisconsin State license is available.
*Qualifying employer forPublic Service Loan Forgiveness(PSLF).
Annual salary to commensurate with experience.
Learn more about us at www.pillarhealthcare.org.
Kenosha Community Health Center and Pillar Health, a Division of Kenosha Community Health Center, are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status, or genetic information (including family medical history).
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