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Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Licensed Practical Nurse - Northeast Regional Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeKirksville, MO, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 0–2 years of experience in a clinical or outpatient setting.
  • Proficiency in direct patient care, including medication administration and diagnostic testing.
  • Knowledge of electronic medical record systems for accurate and timely documentation.
  • Understanding of infection control protocols and clinic safety standards.
  • Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills to address patient-care challenges effectively.
  • Time-management and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • A current state LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) or LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) license is required.
  • Basic Life Support certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association is required.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for an employer; immigration sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

Responsibilities

  • Perform patient intake, including observing, collecting, and documenting current symptoms, medical history, medications, and vital signs in the electronic medical record.
  • Provide direct patient care, including administering medications via oral, inhalation, or injection routes; applying and changing bandages; cleaning wounds; and assisting with medical and surgical procedures.
  • Conduct diagnostic testing such as electrocardiograms and basic laboratory tests, ensuring proper sample collection and documentation.
  • Respond to portal messages, phone calls, and test results in a timely manner, following clinic communication policies.
  • Educate patients and their families on treatment plans, medication management, and preventative care using materials approved by providers.
  • Collaborate with healthcare providers to support patient care plans and advocate for patient health and well-being.
  • Maintain a clean and sanitized clinic environment, including equipment and hazardous-material disposal, according to infection control protocols.
  • Monitor and update daily logs, including narcotics, refrigerator temperatures, vaccines, and expiration dates, to ensure compliance with clinic policies.
  • Serve as a liaison between patients, providers, and families while adhering to privacy laws, including HIPAA.
  • Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with all policies and standards.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

About the Company

Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Community Health Systems operates general acute care hospitals across 14 states, owning or leasing 71 facilities to deliver healthcare outside urban centers. Its main business is running hospital networks and providing medical and surgical services to patients, funded by payments from patients, insurers, and government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. The company also offers management services to its affiliates through a professional services corporation. Its workflow centers on developing and operating healthcare delivery systems, supporting a wide range of needs from emergency care to specialized treatments. The goal is to help people get well and live healthier by providing accessible non-urban and suburban hospital-based care while navigating a regulated, competitive US healthcare market.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Franklin, TN
Founded
1985

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