• Licensed Practical Nurse

    Bon Secours Mercy HealthNewport News, VA 23606

    Job #2670589136

  • At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

    Sign On of $2,500 Available

    About Us

    As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

    Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Occupational Health - Denbigh Occupational Health

    Job Summary:

    The Occupational Health LPN is responsible for the delivery of patient care under the direction of the Physician. The LPN functions as an integral part of the health care team to provide the highest quality of care to the patient by preparing and assessing patients for provider visits. In this position, the LPN will observe, record, and report patient responses to medical care provided during appointments.

    Essential Functions:

    • Collaborates with physicians and other health care team members in meeting patient/family needs

    • Implements the plan of care by providing direct basic nursing care in accordance with the LPN scope of practice

    • Appropriately labels and packages specimens, as trained

    • Assists in providing indirect care through various clerical or administrative duties as assigned by the registered nurse

    • Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested

    • Assists provider with procedures, treatments, and interventions

    • Other duties as assigned

    Education:

    • High School Degree or GED

    • Completion of an accredited LPN Program

    Certifications:

    • Active state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure

    • Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association

    Experience:

    • 1 year of work experience in an Occupational Health setting (preferred, not required)

    Skills & Abilities:

    • Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills

    • Excellent at maintaining patient confidentiality and upholding professional ethics

    • Excellent teamwork skills displayed through experience collaborating with other nurses and doctors to improve patient and family education programs

    Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

    Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

    Prescription drug coverage

    Flexible spending accounts

    Life insurance w/AD&D

    Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

    Paid time off

    Educational Assistance

    And much more

    *Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

    All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email ~~~ . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at ~~~