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Lexington Regional Health Center
51-200 employees
Critical access hospital providing maternity, rehab
No salary listed
Orleans, NE, USA
In Person
Category
 Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1) |
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Requirements
- Knowledge of the effective, appropriate and safe use of drugs in order to optimize drug use in all patients as is typically acquired through the completion of a Doctor of Pharmacy degree or Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited school or college of Pharmacy.
- Must hold a current active Pharmacist license issued by the state of Nebraska. Minimum registry of Registered Pharmacist. Must also obtain and maintain licensure as a Registered Pharmacist with the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services.
- Basic Life Support certification via American Heart Association required within six months of hire.
- Attention to detail for up to 50% of work time when verifying provider orders and medications, mixing intravenous medications, dispensing medications, etc.
- Analytical skills necessary to calculate proper doses for all age groups, recommend proper medications for various patient diagnoses, etc.
- Communication skills necessary to be able to discuss appropriate medications for various patient diagnoses, teach patients about medications and answer all questions, teach small groups about various issues pertaining to Pharmacy, etc.
- Ability to complete reports and correspondence at a professional level.
- Ability to effectively communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality with regard to protected and sensitive information.
- Ability to immediately respond to common inquiries and complaints from patients, employees and regulatory agencies.
- Successful completion of required knowledge and training of standard precaution and transmission protocols and when to apply during principle duties and responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Provides drug information and/or patient oriented services to patients (newborn, young adult, adult and geriatric), health care providers and other health care professionals.
- Implements and follows policies and procedures that promote the effective, appropriate and safe use of drugs in all patient care activities in the hospital.
- In addition to Staff Pharmacist responsibilities, fulfills all responsibilities outlined in the Job Description of a Pharmacy Technician; this includes restocking Med Dispense machines, filling patient medication drawers and mixing/preparing medications to be dispensed.
- Verifies and reviews all orders related to medications on the pharmacy patient profile.
- Participates in all committees, task forces and functions as assigned.
- Implements recommendations of various committees throughout the hospital (e.g. Patient Care, Patient Safety, Medical Staff, etc).
- Discusses pharmaceutical patient care issues with healthcare providers on patient rounds throughout the day and makes appropriate changes as ordered by the provider to ensure high quality patient focused pharmacy services.
- Answers questions, gives presentations and discusses pharmaceutical issues with pharmacy staff and other healthcare professionals to meet all educational needs.
- Participates in department activities as required by the department director.
- Prepares departmental reports on the activities of the pharmacy department for the department director (e.g. Annual Pediatric Medication Use Review, Annual Creatinine Clearance Summary, etc.)
- Attends educational conferences and/or pharmacy professional meetings as financially appropriate to maintain professional licensure and keep abreast of current trends, best practices and changes in the pharmacy and healthcare fields.
- Ensure patients and visitors follow current infection control guidelines.
- Participates in patient care activities that could include blood exposure and risk to bloodborne pathogens (eg: lacerations, handling of blood-contaminated specimens, etc.)
- Responsible for safe bagging and disposal of biohazardous waste.
- Responsible for following safe-injection practices.
- Responsible for ensuring the environment meets appropriate governing body standards.
- Maintains patient and staff safety through the use of patient safety tools (Teamstepps, Just Culture, etc.).
- Regular attendance at the assigned work location is required.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
- Previous experience in the specialized function of hospital/health center pharmacy services
Lexington Regional Health Center is a critical access hospital serving Lexington, Nebraska, offering maternity and delivery care as well as inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation focused on pain management, mobility, and strength. It operates by delivering medical services locally and participating in the Nebraska Value Network, a group of rural hospitals that work together to improve care quality and manage costs. The center relies on community support, including the LRHC Auxiliary, and benefits from its status as a recognized Place to Work, which helps support patient satisfaction and staff well-being. Its goal is to provide accessible, high-quality healthcare for the local community, improve regional health outcomes, and maintain efficient operations through regional collaboration and community involvement.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Founded
1976
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Blue Cross Blue Shield designation boosts LRHC's orthopedic surgery reputation and volumes.
- National care coordination award enhances LRHC's population health management standing.
- STI testing, PrEP, and family planning expand LRHC's preventive care revenue streams.
What critics are saying
- Ernest Health's Lexington Rehabilitation Hospital siphons 60-80% rehab patients in 6-12 months.
- CMS 2025 Rural Health Act cuts close LRHC maternity units in 18-36 months.
- NHVN loses integrated status in 12-18 months, slashing LRHC payer rates 15-20%.
What makes Lexington Regional Health Center unique
- LRHC earned Blue Distinction Center for knee and hip replacements in July 2025.
- LRHC recognized nationally for innovative care coordination among critical access hospitals.
- LRHC provides extended clinic hours including weekend walk-ins for STI services.
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