Lifepoint Health®
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Medical/Surgical Nights
Lifepoint Health®, Hickory, North Carolina, United States, 28601
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Medical/Surgical Nights
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Medical/Surgical
Fulltime: Nights
Your Experience Matters
Frye Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), joining our team, you are embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
How You'll Contribute
Under direction of an RN, contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN.
Establishes and maintains efficient methods of ensuring the medical necessity and appropriateness of all hospital admissions while obtaining precertifications.
Performs admission and concurrent precerts for patients to ensure that the claim has an authorization number to prevent denials.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with payors, staff, etc.
Reviews charts for clinical information to obtain precertification.
Maintains proper telephone etiquette to referral sources.
Manage patients along with RN case manager supervision.
Evaluate patient status is correct per medical necessity for appropriate reimbursement.
Non‑Essential Functions
Review and comply with LifePoint Code of Conduct and all relevant Company and Division policies and procedures.
Why join us
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part‑time and PRN employees, and more.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
More About Frye Regional Medical Center
Frye Regional Medical Center is a 355‑bed hospital offering acute care hospital, home to the Frye Regional Brain Center, Heart Center, Cancer Center, Emergency Services, General and Vascular Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Weight Loss, Women's Birthing Center and Inpatient Rehabilitation that has been offering exceptional care to the Hickory NC community since 1911. We are proud to be recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a High Performing Hospital.
What We’re Looking For Minimum Education High school diploma or equivalent required.
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Certifications Basic Life Support (BLS)
Licenses Current LPN license in state of NC
Equal Opportunity Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Medical/Surgical
Fulltime: Nights
Your Experience Matters
Frye Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), joining our team, you are embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
How You'll Contribute
Under direction of an RN, contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN.
Establishes and maintains efficient methods of ensuring the medical necessity and appropriateness of all hospital admissions while obtaining precertifications.
Performs admission and concurrent precerts for patients to ensure that the claim has an authorization number to prevent denials.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with payors, staff, etc.
Reviews charts for clinical information to obtain precertification.
Maintains proper telephone etiquette to referral sources.
Manage patients along with RN case manager supervision.
Evaluate patient status is correct per medical necessity for appropriate reimbursement.
Non‑Essential Functions
Review and comply with LifePoint Code of Conduct and all relevant Company and Division policies and procedures.
Why join us
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part‑time and PRN employees, and more.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
More About Frye Regional Medical Center
Frye Regional Medical Center is a 355‑bed hospital offering acute care hospital, home to the Frye Regional Brain Center, Heart Center, Cancer Center, Emergency Services, General and Vascular Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Weight Loss, Women's Birthing Center and Inpatient Rehabilitation that has been offering exceptional care to the Hickory NC community since 1911. We are proud to be recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a High Performing Hospital.
What We’re Looking For Minimum Education High school diploma or equivalent required.
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Certifications Basic Life Support (BLS)
Licenses Current LPN license in state of NC
Equal Opportunity Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.
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