Licensed Practical Nurse (Pn), Med Surg (Prn)

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Ottumwa Regional Health Center provides a wide range of health services, including emergency medicine, critical care services, medical/surgical, acute rehabilitation, obstetrics, and pediatrics, as well as specialty services such as cardiac catheterization, diagnostic and therapeutic radiological services, wound care, pain clinic, sleep lab, pathology, and so much more.

Where We Are:

Ottumwa is a center for "cultural and commercial development" known for its low cost of living, abundant recreation and entertainment, and outstanding education and healthcare facilities. You'll find something new and exciting to do every day in Ottumwa where there is always a new adventure awaiting on the other side of the bridge.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

• And much more…

Position Summary:

This LPN position is responsible for all assigned nursing care

Minimum Qualifications:

Direct Patient Care:

• In collaboration with other staff members provide bedside patient care, implementing the interventions identified in the plan of case, as directed by RN or physician.

• Ensure appropriate patient care documentation.

• Maintain familiarity with regulatory standards.

• Report quality of care issues to staff RN or Program Director.

• Ensure availability of necessary equipment and supplies.

• Communicates with all team members regarding therapeutic interventions.

• May function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with hospital policy

• Other duties as assigned.

Planning and Organizing:

• Providing efficient and effective care with the guidance of the physician during clinic sessions.

• Attending the clinics at which you are scheduled and being dependable.

• Managing multiple patients at the same time with high energy and organization.

Collaboration / Communication / Follow-up:

• Collaborating with other health care providers, wound care center physicians, Program Director and Medical Director, regarding clinic and patient needs.

• Help assist in getting physician orders completed for the coordination of care

• Effectively communicating with others, both verbally and written.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Planning/Organizing

• Professionalism

• Dependability

• High energy

• Multitasking

• Follow-up

• Problem-solving

• Customer Service

• Oral Communication

• Collaboration

• Teamwork

• Interpersonal skills

EDUCATION

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse Program

EXPERIENCE

• Previous healthcare experience within a clinical setting preferred.

CERTIFICATE/LICENSE

• Current BCLS certification

• Current Iowa Licensed Practical Nurse License

EEOC Statement:

Ottumwa Regional Health Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.