Clinic LPN

Overview

Highland Pediatrics

CHI Memorial Hospital, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, is once again the only hospital in the Chattanooga area to be named a Best Regional Hospital by .

News & World Report. We are proud to be the regional referral center of choice providing health care throughout Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia.

We care about our employees’ well-being and offer benefits that complement work / life balance.

We offer the following benefits to support you and your family :

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family

Health / Dental / Vision Insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Voluntary Protection : Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft

Adoption Assistance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Assistance for career growth and development

Matching Retirement Programs

Wellness Program

If you are passionate about the patient experience and ready to join our nationally recognized hospital, connect with us today!

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician, Licensed Practical Nurse functions as a vital member of the healthcare team who contributes to the success of the practice by demonstrating customer / patient focus, effective communication, professionalism, and teamwork.

Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate comprehensive care provided to selected patient populations and their families.

Key Responsibilities :

• Performs basic nursing care to patients by following established standards and procedures.
• 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 certain prescribed medications, 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.
• Monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response.
• Conveys information to patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
• Participates in teams to improve patient care processes and outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education / Licensure :

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing program.
• Must have current / valid Licensed Practical Nurse license from the state licensing board.
• Must have current healthcare provider CPR (Basic Life Support) certification.

Experience :

• 1 year experience in a clinic or acute hospital nursing setting required.
30+ days ago