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Nurse Extender-Epic Access-Licensed Practical Nurse

Owensboro Health

Location: 42303
Type: Non-Remote
Posted on: March 14, 2023
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Nurse Extender-Epic Access-Licensed Practical Nurse Newly Created Position Hours: Variable Variable Hours - PRN (As needed) Paygrade/Wages/Salary Info: 74H -
Job Summary Provides patient care under the direction of the Registered Nurse in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols of the healthcare organization and within scope of practice. # Job Responsibilities Contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for review Assists with admission process through data collection and room preparation Contributes to the plan of care; performs plan of care interventions Assist with discharges as delegated by primary nurse Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition to primary nurse as indicated Assists with medication administration and observes patients for adverse reactions Performs intentional rounding to meet patient care needs, ensure patient safety, decrease the occurrence of patient preventable events, and proactively address problems before they occur Answers call lights and provides needed assistance to the patient Assists with bedside procedures (tube feedings, point of care testing, wound care, etc) Carries out additional duties as assigned (safety observation, intentional rounding, daily cares tasks, stocking, etc) Documents all care as provided Qualifications High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher required upon hire No experience required LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse and eligible to practice in the state of Kentucky required upon hire BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 45 days of employment in this position Skills and Attributes Requires critical thinking and decisive judgment Works under minimal supervision Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action Physical Demands Standing: Frequently Walking: Frequently Sitting: Occasionally Lifting 0-25 lbs: Frequently Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely Carrying 0-25 lbs: Frequently Carrying 25-75 lbs: Rarely Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Frequently Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Frequently Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Frequently Climbing: Occasionally Bending/Stooping: Frequently Kneeling: Occasionally Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally Reaching: Frequently Talking: Frequently Hearing: Frequently Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently Running: Occasionally Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently Owensboro Health Core Commitments INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers. RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community. TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future. INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health. SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do. EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.