Job Description:The LPN, under the direction of a registered nurse, licensed physician, or other specified health care professional, participates in patient care commensurate to Scope of Practice.

Posting Specifics

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Shift Details: Full Time, Night shift

Unit/Location: Chemical Dependency unit at West Pines; Wheat Ridge, Colorado

Additional Details: Shift differentials given for evenings, nights and weekends

Benefits: Intermountain Healthcare offers a generous benefits package that contributes to the overall health and compensation of each caregiver.

Onsite fitness centers and discounts to local gyms

LiVe Well caregiver incentive program - up to $300 per year

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - including free counseling for caregivers and their immediate family

Over302,000 discount offers across 10,000 cities on everything from movie tickets, pizza and the zoo to car rentals and hotels

Paid Time Off including but not limited to Parental Leave, Long and Short-Term Disability

401(k) with up to 6% employer contribution

Up to $1,500 referral bonus

Scope

Performs basic nursing care to patients by following established standards and procedures.

May perform specific nursing care as it relates to specialty of the practice.

Collects patient data such as vital signs; notes how the patient looks and acts, or responds to stimuli, and reports this information accordingly.

Prepares and administers injections, performs routine tests, treats wounds, and changes bandages.

Prepares patient records and files using established medical record forms/automated systems and documentation practices.

Administers medications within scope of license, and monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response.

Participates in the implementation and evaluation of patient care based on practice guidelines, standards of care, and federal/state laws and regulations.

Administers medications, IV therapy, blood draws and laboratory testing and resulting.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing program

Colorado LPN license

Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association

Preferred:

One (1) year experience in a clinic or acute hospital nursing setting preferred One (1) year Specialty clinic experience preferred

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements list must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regular attendance to perform work on site during regularly scheduled business hours or scheduled shifts is required

Knowledge of basic nursing processes, and understanding of health care technology, equipment, and supplies. Familiarity with state law on nursing care, nurse practice guidelines, and clinic policies and procedures.

Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients.

Demonstrate sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations.

Maintain a positive, caring attitude towards patients.

Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of... For full info follow application link.