Overview
Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs in Meridian at Greater Meridian Health Clinic, Inc.
Job Overview
Greater Meridian Health Clinic, Inc. seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in patient care, with experience across various clinical settings including long-term care, acute care, and community health. As an LPN, you will play a vital role in delivering compassionate nursing services, supporting patient recovery, and ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality in healthcare delivery. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your expertise directly impacts patient outcomes and well-being.
Duties
- Provide direct patient care by monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and performing routine assessments using medical terminology and physiology knowledge.
- Support physicians and registered nurses in diagnostic evaluations, physical examinations, and medical documentation within electronic health record (EHR) systems like Epic or Cerner.
- Manage patient intake, discharge planning, and coordinate care across various departments including geriatrics, pediatrics, and behavioral health.
- Conduct specimen collection and processing, perform venipuncture and phlebotomy, and assist with imaging procedures such as sonography or radiology when necessary.
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations by maintaining confidentiality of medical records and documentation.
- Support emergency response efforts by managing airway management, ventilator support, and participating in triage during urgent or trauma situations.
Requirements
- Valid licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with current state certification.
- Proven experience working in diverse clinical environments such as hospital medicine, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or outpatient clinics.
- Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems including Epic, Cerner, eClinicalWorks, or Athenahealth for accurate medical documentation.
- Experience with IV insertion, medication administration—including injections—and basic life support (BLS).
- Strong understanding of anatomy, physiology, infection control protocols, and patient assessment techniques.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals of all ages including children (working with children or neonatal ventilator experience is a plus).
- Excellent communication skills coupled with case management abilities to coordinate comprehensive patient care plans.
- Additional skills such as wound suturing, tube feeding management, or specialty areas like ophthalmology or cardiology are advantageous but not required. Join our team to provide exceptional nursing care that enhances patient recovery and promotes health across diverse populations!
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: Licensed Practical Nurse
Company: Greater Meridian Health Clinic, Inc.
Location: Meridian
