Licensed Practical Nurse at Parkview Health – Fort Wayne, Indiana

Summary

Responsible for assisting Registered Nurses with care and assessment all age groups within the Standard of Care set by Parkview Health System and Indiana Nurse Practice Act.

Collaborate with physicians and other departments to achieve quality and safety goals. Triage clinical concerns and communicate status on labs and imaging back to physician. Demonstrate commitment to service with a passionate desire to improve the patient experience. Handle all aspects of inpatient hospital discharge: post-discharge follow-up appointments, medication prior authorizations and outpatient phone calls for any clinical concerns after discharge. Participate in daily huddles. Collaborate with nurse case managers on ECF placement. Pend orders in EMR for physician sign off.

Education

Must be a graduate of a school of nursing. Must complete General Orientation, Patient Care Orientation, and unit specific orientation as provided and required.

Licensure/Certification

Valid Licensed Practice Nurse License required for the State where services will be provided. Must have current CPR certification.

Experience

Demonstrate experience in customer service, establishing priorities, and working independently.

Other Qualifications

Must have good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and assist with 100 lbs.

Why Parkview?

We have everything you’re looking for in a career; great compensation and benefits; skill development and career advancement programs and more. At Parkview, we are committed to providing excellent care to each patient within our clinics and medical practices. The success of this mission begins with care team members like you.

• Benefits: Health benefits, paid time off, employee assistance, community vendor discounts, payroll deduction options
• Sign-on bonus: For certified and uncertified Medical Assistants, LPN’s, and RN’s hired in part-time and full-time positions.
• Education: Clinical Orientation, tuition assistance, certification reimbursement
• Growth: Parkview’s Medical Assistant Advancement Pathway (MAAP)
• Culture: World-class teamwork, Personalized health journeys for co-workers and family members