Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Ottumwa Regional Health Center provides a wide range of health services, including emergency medicine, critical care services, medical/surgical, acute rehabilitation, obstetrics, and pediatrics, as well as specialty services such as cardiac catheterization, diagnostic and therapeutic radiological services, wound care, pain clinic, sleep lab, pathology, and so much more.

Where We Are:

Ottumwa is a center for “cultural and commercial development” known for its low cost of living, abundant recreation and entertainment, and outstanding education and healthcare facilities. You’ll find something new and exciting to do every day in Ottumwa where there is always a new adventure awaiting on the other side of the bridge.

Why Choose Us:

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employeesCompetitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employeesEmployee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistanceTuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicantsAnd much more…

Position Summary:

The LPN position is responsible for all assigned nursing care activities to include but limited to wound care for patients of all ages and other clinical activities associated with providing safe patient care. The LPN is responsible for following all Wound Care and Hyperbaric procedures, care protocols and Healogics’ Clinical Service Practice Guidelines, as directed by a Registered Nurse, or Physician. The LPN will be responsible for assisting with patient and wound care data.

Minimum Qualifications:

Direct Patient Care:

In collaboration with other staff members provide bedside patient care, implementing the interventions identified in the plan of case, as directed by RN or physician.Ensure appropriate patient care documentation.Maintain familiarity with regulatory standards.Report quality of care issues to staff RN or Program Director.Ensure availability of necessary equipment and supplies.Communicates with all team members regarding therapeutic interventions.May function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with hospital policyOther duties as assigned.

Planning and Organizing:

Providing efficient and effective care with the guidance of the physician during clinic sessions.Attending the clinics at which you are scheduled and being dependable.Managing multiple patients at the same time with high energy and organization.

Collaboration / Communication / Follow-up:

Collaborating with other health care providers, wound care center physicians, Program Director and Medical Director, regarding clinic and patient needs.Help assist in getting physician orders completed for the coordination of careEffectively communicating with others, both verbally and written.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES  

Planning/OrganizingProfessionalismDependabilityHigh energyMultitaskingFollow-upProblem-solvingCustomer ServiceOral CommunicationCollaborationTeamworkInterpersonal skills

EDUCATION

Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse Program

EXPERIENCE 

Previous healthcare experience within a clinical setting preferred.

CERTIFICATE/LICENSE

Current BCLS certificationCurrent Iowa Licensed Practical Nurse License

EEOC Statement:

Ottumwa Regional Health Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.