Baptist Memorial Health Care
LPN - BMG Elm Lake Clinic
Baptist Memorial Health Care, Columbus, Mississippi, United States, 39701
Job DescriptionNurse-LPN Job Code: 21007 FLSA StatusJob Family: NURSINGJob Description Title: LPNJob SummaryProvides patient care as directed by the professional registered nurse and is accountable for own actions under this direction. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health and healing and delivers care in a manner that preserves and protects patient autonomy, dignity and rights. Performs other duties as assigned.Job Responsibilities Collects patient data. Assists in planning patient care. Implements patient care as directed. Assists with evaluating the plan of care. Administers medication as prescribed. Provides and reinforces the teaching of individuals and groups of patients. Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery. Participates in ongoing educational activities. Completes assigned goals.SpecificationsExperienceDescription: #N/A Minimum Required Preferred/DesiredEducationDescription Minimum Required Preferred/DesiredTrainingDescription Minimum Required Preferred/DesiredSpecial SkillsDescription Minimum Required: Computer literacyPreferred/DesiredLicensureDescription Minimum Required: BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE; LPN Preferred/DesiredReporting RelationshipsDoes this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.Reporting Relationships: NoWork EnvironmentFunctional DemandsLabel Short Description Full DescriptionSedentary Very light energy level Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cartLight Moderate energy level Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)Medium High energy level Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)Heavy Very high energy level Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer. Functional Demands Rating: MediumActivity Level Throughout WorkdayPhysical Activity Requirements - Sitting: OccasionalPhysical Activity Requirements - Standing: ContinuousPhysical Activity Requirements - Walking: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders): OccasionalPhysical Activity Requirements - Carry objects: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Twisting: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Bending: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl: OccasionalPhysical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation: OccasionalPhysical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion: OccasionalPhysical Activity Requirements - Taste or smellPhysical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear: ContinuousSensory RequirementsColor Discrimination: YesNear Vision: AccurateFar Vision: AccurateDepth Perception HearingEnvironmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens: AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements - Chemical: AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases: AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures: Not AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements - Radiation: AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations: Not AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels: Not AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter: AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements - Other