Nurse, Licensed Practical

The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities.  We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives. 

JOB TITLE:   

Licensed Practical Nurse

JOB PURPOSE:

Prepare patients for examination; assist physician/resident/practitioner with routine medical procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Greet patients and ascertain problems to be examined; take and record pertinent vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse and respiration rate.
• Obtain necessary specimens and prepare patients for examination.
• Administer immunizations and medications (does not include IVs), as directed.
• Assemble and use equipment including catheters, tracheotomy tubes and oxygen supplies.
• Clean instruments; wrap and label for autoclave sterilization and return to designated location.
• Maintain adequate supplies in treatment, cast, and examining rooms; maintain cleanliness of work area; report items for re-ordering.
• Give Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), record vital signs, and assist during medical emergencies, as directed.
• Answer phones, take messages, maintain patient flow; may fill out itemized super bill.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• May inventory narcotics and drug supplies.
• May chart and report nursing care activities performed and report observations.
• May assist physician in outpatient procedures or with other tests as supervised by physician.

COMPETENCIES:

• Analysis/Problem Identification
• Attention to Detail
• Consistency
• Quality Orientation
• Sensitivity
• Service Orientation

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to clinic patients and requires the successful candidate be available to work in the UW Family Medicine Clinic in Cheyenne, WY.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

Education: Graduate of an accredited program of professional nursing

Required licensure, certification, registration, or other requirements:  

• Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of Wyoming.
• Current CPR certification is preferred.
• 1 year nursing experience is preferred.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Working Knowledge of Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
• Experience with Triage via Phone
• Vaccine Administration and documentation 

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.  

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.   

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

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