May Be Eligible for up to a $2,000 Sign-On Bonus
Provide nursing services to patients and families within the scope of practice of the LPN license as defined by the State of New Hampshire Board of Nursing. Meet or exceed standards of performance as established for employment at DHK with strong focus on exceptional customer service. Efficiently gathers information from patients and/or caregivers in person or on the phone and provides telephone nursing care. Resources available for telephone care include departmental guidelines, DHK standard telephone triage books, and provider specific information. The LPN recognizes their limits of knowledge and experience and plans for management of situations beyond their expertise, using provider and RN available resources in the department.
Review medical record of scheduled patients to verify that current lab, x-ray or procedure reports are available for provider and fill out forms required for appointment. Accurately performs required computer functions including but not limited to medication reconciliation, updating past medical and surgical history problem lists in the EMR, chronic health maintenance, scheduling of appointments including order entry, and management of task lists. Escorts patient to exam room and prepare for examination/procedure being aware of age, language barriers, and physical limitations. Assist provider with exams and procedures as necessary. Prepare, administer, document and submit charges for immunizations or medications and treatments under provider direction. Any lab specimens obtained sent to the lab with all necessary paperwork or computerized order entry completed and the specimens properly labeled. Point of Care testing obtained, documented, and communicated to appropriate provider. Accurately document patient interactions, including but not limited to calling or transmitting of prescriptions, notification of test results, nursing advice. Obtain prior authorization or pre-certification as required.
Graduate of accredited practical nursing program. 0-2 years experience as a LPN required. Must maintain NH LPN License. BLS within 3 months of hire and maintained on a bi-annual basis.
As the largest private employer in the state of New Hampshire, Dartmouth Health provides employees of Cheshire Medical Center with an impressive array of benefits.
Did you know we offer:
- Benefits Eligible on Day One
- We have RN loan repayment up to $20,000.
- We offer up to $3,000 in tuition reimbursement each year.
- We have a very popular "earned time" plan.
- We have extensive CEU/Training programs.
- And more.
Close to everything and something for everyone.
- No sales or state income tax in NH
- Keene is a vibrant college town
- A half-hour drive to Vermont and Massachusetts
- An easy two-hour drive to Boston
- Only four hours to Montreal, Canada
- You can easily catch the train from Brattleboro, VT to Penn Station, NYC
- An easy drive to the White Mountains of New Hampshire, the Green Mountains of Vermont, or the seacoast of Maine, New Hampshire, and the beaches of Massachusetts.
About Cheshire Medical Center in Keene, NH
Cheshire Medical Center, a member of the world-class Dartmouth Health system, advances the health and wellness of the communities throughout the Monadnock Region through a combination of outstanding care and exceptional service. On our Keene campus, our team delivers an impressive range of clinical services that reflect the needs of the individuals and communities we serve. Being part of the Dartmouth Health family enables us to provide services that far exceed those of a typical rural hospital, including extensive programs in primary care, cancer care, cardiology, orthopedics, and public health.
- Area of Interest: Nursing;
- Pay Range: $24.5 - $36.75;
- Work Status: Mon - Fri 7:45a to 5:00p with one day off during week and rotating Saturday am clinic;
- Employment Type: Full-time 36 hours/week;
- Job ID: 15082
Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
There are so many reasons to join Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics, members of Dartmouth Health , the premiere health system in New England.
First and foremost are our people. No matter the role, you ll find a shared purpose here. We have doctors ready to teach their knowledge, nurses who lead through experience, and other like-minded individuals collaborating for the health of the community, while inspiring each other day after day.
Career development
Affiliated with Dartmouth College, the atmosphere here is very collegial. You ll discover educational and research opportunities around every corner. At Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics, you never stop learning.
You ll also appreciate the resources our wide-spread health care system provides. You ll have access to experts at the top of their fields, advanced technologies, and modern facilities that enable you to care for patients like nowhere else.
Benefits and wellness
We offer a total compensation package that includes competitive health and wellness benefits. These benefits consist of "Core Benefits" that are provided by Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics as well as "Benefit Choices" that allow you to select additional benefits to meet your personal situation and needs.
Our locations
New England is a very special place to live, work, and become part of a community. We have some of the most advanced educational institutions, best health care, and diverse cultural and recreational offerings you will find anywhere in the country. The public schools are excellent, the mountains are beautiful, and the lakes are pristine. No wonder so many people love it here.