LPN - Hospital PRN - Prov 12th Floor - Providence

Overview

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education, and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists, and researchers provides the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms.

We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community.

Responsibilities

Assists registered nurse and/or physidans with exams and procedures Takes and records temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure Administers medications and injections according to orders Maintains patient records performs various routine tests and procedures, including dipstick urinalysis, hematocrits, EKG s, tympanometry, audiometry, inhalation therapy, pregnancy tests, and blood glucose Maintains inventories of clinical supplies and medications Ensures that patient examination rooms are ready for use by patients, and that rooms are stocked with supplies and equipment Completes call backs to parents/guardians of patients by phone calls prescriptions to pharmacies Prepares lab, X-ray request and referral forms Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards Regular and prompt attendance Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required Related duties as assigned Additional Information Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.

50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing meeting the minimum standards set by the State of Alabama Required LPN

• Licensed Practical Nurse
• State Licensure with the State of Alabama Upon Hire Required BCLS
• Basic Life Support within 30 Days Required Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to work independently and multi-task Ability to work independently and multi-task Strong organizational skills, detail orientated Strong organizational skills, detail orientated Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity. Assists registered nurse and/or physidans with exams and procedures Takes and records temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure Administers medications and injections according to orders Maintains patient records performs various routine tests and procedures, including dipstick urinalysis, hematocrits, EKG s, tympanometry, audiometry, inhalation therapy, pregnancy tests, and blood glucose Maintains inventories of clinical supplies and medications Ensures that patient examination rooms are ready for use by patients, and that rooms are stocked with supplies and equipment Completes call backs to parents/guardians of patients by phone calls prescriptions to pharmacies Prepares lab, X-ray request and referral forms Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards Regular and prompt attendance Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required Related duties as assigned Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing meeting the minimum standards set by the State of Alabama Required LPN
• Licensed Practical Nurse
• State Licensure with the State of Alabama Upon Hire Required BCLS
• Basic Life Support within 30 Days Required Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to work independently and multi-task Ability to work independently and multi-task Strong organizational skills, detail orientated Strong organizational skills, detail orientated Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills