Licensed Practical Nurse at Indiana University in Indianapolis, Indiana

Job Description:

Department



IUPUI HEALTH SERVICES (IN-SHSR-IUINA)



Department Information



When you're juggling classes, homework, and all the other stresses that come with student life, it can be tough to find time to get to the doctor's office.


IU Indianapolis Campus Health can fill in the gaps. We offer a variety of medical services at our on-campus clinic, so you can get the care you need to stay well. You can even access your medical information like lab results, TB test results, and immunizations any time using the free and confidential patient portal.



Job Summary

• Assesses and evaluates the patient's condition, intervenes appropriately in crisis situations, and initiates emergency measures as necessary.


• Obtains and reviews patient's current problem history and pertinent past medical history.


• Takes vital signs including blood pressure, pain evaluation, respiratory peak flow measurement, pulse, respirations, temperature, height, weight, pulse oximetry.


• Administers medications to patients, changes dressings, and obtains laboratory specimens of potentially infectious material.


• Educates patients about their diagnosis, contagion, self-care, follow-up, physical and psychological needs.


• Analyzes data and records analysis and data into electronic medical record (EMR). Sets up and assists providers with medical examinations, treatments and surgical procedures.


• Handles medical information telephone calls including status changes reported by patients.


• Accomplishes referrals, transmits prescription change and refill information, plans patient care, and serves as a professional interface with IUHC providers and ancillary personnel to obtain and communicate information regarding patient care, progress, and problems.


• Inventory and order supplies, medications, and equipment.


• Maintains cleanliness of assigned areas.


• Participates in teaching, training and instructions of new employees and professionals in training.

Qualifications



EDUCATION



Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED) and complete a state approved nursing program and pass the NCLEX-PN exam

WORK EXPERIENCE



Required

• 1 year working as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES



Required

• LPN issued by State of Indiana upon hire

SKILLS



Required

• Ability to simultaneously handle multiple priorities


• Strong verbal communication and listening skills


• Possesses strong technical aptitude


• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality

Working Conditions / Demands



This role requires sedentary work as well as extended durations of moving about the workplace. It requires the ability to move objects and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, and the ability to discern between various objects and devices and to position patients. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.



Work Location



Indianapolis, Indiana



Benefits Overview



For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance


• Health savings account with generous IU contributions


• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts


• Basic group life insurance paid by IU


• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance


• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting


• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options


• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses


• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year


• Generous paid time off plans


• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events


• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.



Job Classification



Career Level: Intermediate


FLSA: Nonexempt


Job Function: Health Services


Job Family: Nursing
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This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.


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