Licensed Practical Nurse
Saint Luke's
Licensed Practical Nurse
Saint Luke's
Nonprofit integrated health system
The Opportunity:
Our Endocrinology clinic at the plaza is seeking a LPN to join their team! You will be working with a variety of providers and their patients, working in a blended role. You will be providing phone triage, assisting with rooming patients, downloading blood glucose meters and pumps, and educating patients on injectable medicines and glucose meters. Because you will not be assigned to one provider, the ideal candidate will be flexible and able to adapt to different provider preferences. We are looking for a strong team player who is wiling to jump in and help when they see a need. Previous experience with blood glucose meters and pumps is preferred but not required.
In clinic setting:
Provides professional nursing care for clinic patients following established standards and practices.
Responsible for screening walk-in patients, telephone screening (with protocols), medication/injection education, assist with procedures, cleaning wounds, dressing changes, suctioning, catheter insertion, tracheostomy care, biopsies, diabetic nail care, and other duties as assigned by respective clinic .
Able to work in a team atmosphere, as well as, autonomously.
Excellent customer service skills and professional demeanor at all times. Delegates tasks to unlicensed assistive personnel UAP in accordance with demonstrated competencies and consideration to Scope of Practice.
May be responsible for covering Medical Assistant job duties as needed
Why Saint Luke’s?
We believe in work/life balance.
We are dedicated to innovation and always looking for ways to improve.
We believe in creating a collaborative environment where all voices are heard.
We are here for you and will support you in achieving your goals.
Applicable Experience:
Less than 1 yearBasic Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross, Licensed Practical Nurse - VariousNonprofit integrated health system
Saint Luke's operates a nonprofit health system serving Kansas City and surrounding Missouri and Kansas counties, now part of BJC Health. It runs 10 hospitals, physician practices, home care and hospice, imaging centers, behavioral health, and senior living services, plus specialty institutes for heart, neuroscience, cancer, and rehab care. What sets Saint Luke's apart is its Mid America Heart Institute and Marion Bloch Neuroscience Institute, both nationally recognized. The goal is to improve the health and well-being of the communities it serves.
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