Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
About the role
Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider, the Wound Care Center Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides wound-related and other basic nursing care to the center’s patients according to all Wound Care Center (WCC) and hospital policies and procedures, care and safety protocols, and Clinical Services Practice Guidelines. All Healogics employees must perform their job responsibilities according to all Healogics policies, Hospital policies, as well as to accrediting organizations, federal and state regulations, and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines, as applicable.
Responsibilities
- Under the direction of the RN/Provider, provides wound-related patient care according to Basic Life Support (BLS) and approved hospital protocols, Policies & Procedures.
- Assist in vein clinic as assigned after Healogics Vein Clinic training is completed.
- May assist with intake and discharge.
- May provide assistance with case management under the direction of RN, in accordance with state regulations.
- Gathers patient information and necessary equipment and supplies for the RN or provider.
- Reports quality of care issues to Clinical Nurse Manager.
- Communicates as needed with all team members regarding therapeutic interventions to ensure quality of care.
- Performs hyperbaric oxygen therapy related duties, as needed, after completing the required Healogics hyperbaric training.
- May perform hyperbaric safety director duties after completing the required Healogics hyperbaric safety director training.
- May function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with Healogics policy.
- Performs other duties as delegated.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED).
- Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program/state approved educational program.
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice — to maintain throughout the duration of employment in the position.
- Two (2) or more years’ experience as LPN/LVN, to include one (1) or more years in Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Long-Term Acute Care Hospital (LTACH) setting.
- Wound care experience preferred.
Skills
- Demonstrated competency in BLS (Basic Life Support).
- Demonstrated organization, prioritization, and time-management skills.
- Basic knowledge of regulatory/accrediting requirements for healthcare organizations.
- Strong interpersonal, listening, as well as oral and written communication skills.
- Customer service skills and follow-up skills.
- Ability to multi-task and to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work with others and in a team environment.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Ability to stay calm in all situations.
- Working knowledge of computerized nursing systems.
Physical Demands
- Being in a stationary position for extended periods of time (4 hours or more).
- Viewing computer screen for extended periods of time (4 hours or more).
- Keying frequently on a computer for 4 hours or more.
- Moving about.
- Reading, communicating, and writing.
- Color perception, close, distance, and peripheral vision.
- Lifting/moving items up to 20 pounds.
- Lifting/moving items up to 75 pounds with equipment assistance.
- Pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, reaching/grasping/touching with hands.
Work Environment
- Normal office environment.
- Primarily indoors environment.
- Patient care environment.
- Exposure to hazards (blood-borne pathogens, toxic chemicals, flammable explosive gases, etc.).
- Exposure to mechanical equipment.
- Proximity to moving objects.
Pay
The hourly rate for this position generally ranges between $25.89-$34.10 per hour. This range is an estimate based on potential employee qualifications: education, experience, geography, as well as operational needs and other considerations permitted by law.