Job Description:The LPN, under the direction of a registered nurse, licensed physician, or other specified health care professional, participates in patient care commensurate to Scope of Practice. Posting Specifics Benefits Eligible: No Shift Details: PRN; Night shift Unit/Location: Chemical Dependency Behavioral Health, West Pines, Denver, Colorado Additional Details: Shift differentials given for evenings, nights and weekend Scope 1.Performs basic nursing care to patients by following established standards and procedures. 2. May perform specific nursing care as it relates to specialty of the practice. 3. Collects patient data such as vital signs; notes how the patient looks and acts, or responds to stimuli, and reports this information accordingly. 4. Prepares and administers injections, performs routine tests, treats wounds, and changes bandages. 5. Prepares patient records and files using established medical record forms/automated systems and documentation practices. 6. Administers medications within scope of license, and monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response. Minimum Qualifications Required Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing program required Current/valid Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse from the state licensing boardis required Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) is required If applicable - Must have additional specialty certifications May need IV certification Preferred One (1) year experience in a clinic or acute hospital nursing setting preferred One (1) year Specialty clinic experience preferred To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential dutysatisfactorily. The requirements list must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Regular attendance to perform work on site during regularly scheduled business hours or scheduled shifts is required 2. Knowledge of basic nursing processes, and understanding of health care technology, equipment, and supplies. Familiarity with state law on nursing care, nurse practice guidelines, and clinic policies and procedures. 3. Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients. 4. Demonstrate sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations. 5. Maintain a positive, caring attitude towards patients. 6. Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism. Physical Requirements:Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.- and -Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.- and -Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.- and -Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).- and -May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of ti Anticipated job posting close date:09/19/2024 Location:West Pines Work City:Wheat Ridge Work State:Colorado Scheduled Weekly Hours:0 The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$25.73 - $45.71 We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers, and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers; and our commitment todiversity, equity, and inclusion. Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national