Licensed Practical Nurse - Medical Surgical-PRN

Job Description

Description

Mountain View Hospital is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team!

Job Summary

Provides direct and indirect patient care services that meet the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care; meets the communication needs of patient and family; provides care that reflects initiative and responsibility indicative of professional expectations, under the supervision of a registered nurse. Maintains regulatory agency requirements, nursing and hospital policies, procedures and standards. The LPN communicates with physicians and team members about changes in patient’s clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptoms. The LPN is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision.

Benefits

Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Mountain View Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include :

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
• Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital

Please note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.

Duties And Responsibilities

About Mountain View

Mountain View Hospital and our 29 affiliate clinics are committed to providing compassionate, cutting edge care to our patients. We serve the entire Snake River Valley – all the way from Pocatello to Rexburg. Our medical capabilities span everything from wound care to urgent care, oncology to neurology, physical therapy to speech therapy, a Level III NICU, robust robotic surgery department and a continuously expanding rural health practice.

Our work environment is mission driven, people-centric and supportive. It is what sets apart and makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

Education / Certification : Graduate of an accredited LPN program. Current LPN licensure in the state of Idaho. Current BLS certification and renewal as required. Complete ACLS and PEARS certifications within 6 months of hire. Complete the basic dysrhythmia class with a grade of 84% or higher within 6 months of hire date.

Experience : None required

Equipment / Technology : Basic computer knowledge and operate vital sign monitoring devices and IV delivery pumps

Language / Communication : Must have the ability to effectively read, write, and speak English.

Mathematical Skills : Ability to work with mathematical concepts to perform dosage calculations necessary to calculate proper dose of medication needing administered to patients.

Mental Capabilities : Able to define problems, collect data and deal with stressful situations in a tactful professional manner.

Interpersonal : Work well with others.

Performance : To perform necessary duties and responsibilities as listed below.