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We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.
The LPN is responsible for assisting with the daily clinical activities under the supervision of the physician and or nurse practitioner providing primary care services. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.
Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.
A Brief OverviewThe LPN is responsible for assisting with the daily clinical activities under the supervision of the physician and or nurse practitioner providing primary care services. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.
What you will do- Complies with established patient care guidelines, maintains established clinic policies, procedures and objectives, is aware of patient rights and confidentiality issues and abides by established communication policy with regard to the age specific populations.
- Accurately obtains, organizes and records necessary patient data.
- Updates all patient records subsequent to clinical information from physicians, nurse practitioner, including lab, etc., and assists in maintaining pertinent records.
- Assists physicians, nurse practitioners with procedures as needed.
- Performs under supervision of physician or nurse practitioner, the day-to-day clinical operations.
- Helps maintain a clean, orderly and safe environment for patient and staff.
Education/Formal Training Requirements- Required - Technical Degree or Diploma Nursing
Work Experience Requirements- Preferred - No prior work experience
Licenses and Certifications Requirements- Required - Licensed Practical Nurse - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing
- Required - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association
Supervision Provided by this Position- There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this position.
Physical Demands- The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
- Must have good balance and coordination.
- The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
- The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
- Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
- Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
- Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.
Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.
Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.
