Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Women’s Health Clinic New

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Women's Health Clinic 
Job Type: Full Time | Days 

Your experience matters

At Highpoint Health Sumner we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
 

Your experience matters

At Highpoint Health Sumner we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:  

•          Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts  
•          Competitive paid time off for full-time employees 
•          Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage 
•          Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching  
•          Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness 
•          Professional development and growth opportunities

Department/Unit Summary

As supervised and delegated by a registered nurse, provides direct patient care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
Reports to: Director of Physician Practices. Essential Functions. Under the direction of an RN, contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN. Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care. May administer medication. Documents patient care given. Assists RN with development of plan of care. Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation. Monitors, documents, and communicates patient's status and reactions to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and families. Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient. Schedules appointments and procedures as ordered by the provider. Obtains insurance re-authorizations as requested for testing and scheduled procedures. Non-Essential Functions. Attends clinic meetings. Maintains a clean and safe working environment. Reports all incidents, hazards, drug interactions, and initiate appropriate action. Completes safety instructional programs. Assists other team members when time permits.
 

Qualifications and requirements
Education: Graduate of an approved practical nursing program
License: Current LPN/PN to practice in the Commonwealth of VA and be in good standing with the Board of health Professions
Certifications: BCLS within 30 days of hire/transfer
 

Minimum Work Experience:
Knowledge of ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT codes, insurance benefits and healthcare backgrounds Required Essential Functions
 

About our Health System
Highpoint Health Sumner is a 167-bed hospital located in Gallatin, TN and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Highpoint Health Sumner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Highpoint Health Sumner is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.