Associate’s degree from required from an accredited two-year college or university.
Experience
Knowledge of clinic policies\procedures, practices, techniques, and equipment as acquired through orientation. Keyboarding skills required. Windows skills preferred. Ability to speak and hear clearly and effectively over the telephone.
Physical
This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.
The physical/mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. This job will require working under stress during emergency situations.
JOB SUMMARY
Provides prescribed medical treatment ordered by the physician, places in exam room obtaining vital signs and chief complaint, assists physicians and nurses as required. Serves as a mediator between physician and patient. Attendance is an essential function of this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and in a timely manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions may change as needs evolve.
Job Requirements POSITION SUMMARY To be fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Service and Stewardship by overseeing the medical care given to patients while implementing high standards of care consistent with clinic office and medical policies and procedures. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES Assist physician in all procedures as instructed: Maintains all stock in treatment rooms as well as rotation of dated medications, supplies, and keeps correct documentation of narcotic drugs. Collects blood and or samples as directed using sterile techniques which apply; process with correct paperwork, and direct to correct laboratory for processing. Sterilizes all equipment/instruments using proper techniques, as well as technical usage of all other standard equipment used at the Wound Clinic/and or Physician office. Administers all medications as ordered and assures all documentation is noted, as well as calling in medications to area pharmacies when requested by physician. Provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and their patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical wound care setting. Assists in use of equipment and materials in a cost-effective manner. Completes all documentation supporting billable activities in a timely manner. Maintains documentation and assessment of patients' vital signs, drug allergies and description of patients' complaints on all charts. Under the supervision of an RN, case manages patients with their wound care. Applies dressings as ordered per the physician. Work Experience MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse licensure from a credentialed program supported by the Florida Board of Nursing and obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Work Experience: N/A Licensure: Current Florida LPN license. Certification: Must hold and maintain current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Demonstrate good oral and written communication skills. Ability to work in stressful environments. Ability to assess and quickly interpret data and assists physicians in the care and education of patients of various ages and levels of understanding. Demonstrates leadership ability and flexibility. Demonstrates knowledge of exposure to biohazardous waste, MSDA substances and unknown diseases. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (MEDIUM) Physically agile; may require walking, standing running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, or crouching frequently. Medium work that may include lifting or moving objects up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, with or without assistance. May require moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces, including reaching out and above shoulders or overhead. May lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment with or without assistance up to 90% of the assigned shift. May be exposed to inside and outside environments with varied temperatures, air quality, lighting and/or low to loud noise. May require working with biohazards such as blood/body fluids and airborne particles following OSHA and CDC Guidelines. Communicating with others to exchange information. Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks. Workspace may vary from open to confined. May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle. Benefits ABOUT HEALTH FIRST At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve. Schedule : Full-Time Shift Times : 800am430pm Paygrade : PG-31
Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Full Time- OBGYN - Clifton Park, NY If you are looking for an LPN position in a busy office, full time, this could be your opportunity. Here at St. Peter's Health Partner's, we care for more people in more places. This position is located at855 Rt 146, Clifton Park, NY. Position Highlights: Quality of Life: Where career opportunities and quality of life converge Advancement: Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development Work/Life: Monday- Friday What you will do: The LPN administers nursing care to patients under the direction of a Registered Professional. Assists with treatments and procedures and carries out selected duties within the framework of the established nursing plan of care. Complies with established nursing policies, procedures and standards to provide safe, quality care to patients. Responsibilities: Consistently takes accurate vital signs. Accurately collects routine patient data per protocols and/or as directed by the clinical supervisor. Consistently recognizes high-risk situations and reports them appropriately. Confers with the clinical supervisor routinely concerning the plan of care. Makes suggestions as to referrals to other disciplines. Fulfills protocols or clinical guidelines in establishing workflow priorities. Consistently demonstrates acceptable technical skills in providing care. Consistently follows standards of care, established protocols, or clinical guidelines in providing patient care. Consistently follows infection control policies in administering care. Consistently provides patient care in consideration of age related requirements. Consistently reinforces patient and family teaching. Administers medications safely in accordance with relevant unit policies and procedures. Demonstrates ability to accurately transcribe physician orders. Demonstrates a working knowledge of computer skills relevant to the care area. Demonstrates initiative and flexibility with assignments. Functions as a team member in carrying out assignments. What you will need: A current license to practice as a Practical Nurse in the State of New York Graduate of accredited school of Practical Nursing. High School diploma / GED required Must be able to lift 20 lbs. Pay Range: $23.85-$29.95 Pay is based on experience. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Employment Status: Full time Shift: Day (United States of America) Facility: 150 Market Ridge Ln - Daleville Requisition Number: R160771 LPN Outpatient - OBGYN Daleville (Open) How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare: The LPN Outpatient provides practical nursing support in a physician practice or clinic setting, assisting with patient care, clinical procedures, and coordination of services. Collaborates with healthcare providers and team members to deliver safe, efficient, and patient-centered care. The LPN Outpatient Provides practical nursing support under the direction of a physician or advanced practice provider in a clinic setting. Performs patient assessments, including vital signs, chief complaint, and medication reconciliation. Prepares patients for provider evaluation, including specimen collection, positioning, and assistance during exams and procedures. Administers medications and injections as directed by the provider. Documents patient information accurately and timely in the electronic medical record, including treatment updates, medication refills, test results, and patient concerns. Provides patient education related to medications, treatments, and follow-up care as directed by the provider. Assists with referral authorizations and pre-authorizations for tests and ancillary services. Maintains exam, treatment, and lab areas in a clean and safe condition and ensures supplies and equipment are available. Performs laboratory-related tasks as applicable, including specimen collection, preparation, and basic testing following appropriate training and quality standards. Performs radiology-related tasks as applicable, including assisting with imaging procedures and ensuring proper safety precautions and documentation. Adheres to infection control, safety standards, and proper handling and disposal of specimens and materials. Supports telehealth services, including tele-retinal and tele-dermatology setup as applicable. What We Require: Education: Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing required, or a new graduate of an approved program eligible to sit for the Virginia licensure exam. Experience: None. Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia required. Limited Radiologic Technician license required for roles performing radiology functions. Life Support: Current AHA BLS-HCP certification required. Other Minimum Qualifications: Strong customer service orientation. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to problem solve and communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals. Proficiency with electronic medical records and computer systems. This job description is intended to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents in this role. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Recruiter: RHONDA JOHNSON Recruiter Email: rejohnson@carilionclinic.org For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537. Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you’re away. When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B) Paid Time Off (accrued from day one) Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health Discounts on childcare Continued education and training
Job Description Enables the physician to provide quality patient care, and assists in examination and treatment of patients under direction of physician by performing the following duties. Responsibilities Maintains patient flow during clinic hours. Documents review of systems; measures vital signs such as pulse rate, respirations, blood pressure, weight and height (see Appendix A for specifics); updates past and current medical, social and family history; abstracts new procedures; reviews medications and updates medication list at each visit. Correctly records patient information in the electronic medical record (EMR). Assessment is an ongoing process that consists of participation with the registered nurse in the determination of nurse care needs based upon collection and interpretation of data relevant to the health status of a client. Prepares patient charts in EMR for visits by scanning, abstracting, and reviewing to make certain that all diagnostic test results, hospital reports and other medical records necessary to help the physician care for the patient are in the patients chart. Accesses and navigates websites or calls outside facilities to obtain necessary information. Refills medications per MD’s orders and pre-authorizes medications including communicating with the patient, pharmacy, or insurance company as needed to complete the task. Maintains pharmacy cabinet and recording of patient samples. Completes patient assistance paperwork/requests as needed. Preforms basic triage per specific office protocol procedures. Returns calls as needed. Responds to MyChart as needed. Works in-baskets, daily work flow logs, and work queues in EMR/Practice Management system. Answers incoming calls, schedules appointments, checks-in and out patients, and completes pre-certifications for prescriptions, procedures, and surgeries as needed. Operates EKG, cardiac monitors, and other equipment to administer routine diagnostic tests as needed and other clinical duties such as phlebotomy and cast removal as assigned, (see Appendix A for specifics) as well as injections of controlled substances that only a LPN or RN is licensed to administer. Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations. Maintains patient confidence and protect operations by keeping patient care information confidential. Understands and adheres to the legal responsibilities and requirements with the medical assistant role. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients; maintains clean, fully supplied exam rooms. Ensures proper infection control, exam room cleaning is performed daily. Orders medical supplies as needed. Keeps an inventory and orders all clinical supplies. Provides explanation and education to patient. May manage phone triage of patient concerns as applicable. All other duties as assigned Qualifications KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Please describe any specialized knowledge or skills, which are REQUIRED to perform the position duties. Do not personalize the job description, credentials, or knowledge and skills based on the current associate. List any special education required for this position. EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of Practical nursing. Must currently be licensed in the State of Ohio. YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 1-3 years LPN experience required, physician office experience preferred. REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE The LPN demonstrates the knowledge, abilities, and skills to provide culturally specific patient care and education. The LPN effectively communicates with peers, utilizes appropriate channels of communication and maintains confidentiality. The LPN demonstrates evidence of continuing professional growth. The LPN demonstrates the ability to accept and implement change. Demonstrates ability to work in a culturally diverse setting. LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, who holds a current license to practice nursing in her/his state. Membership in professional organizations is desirable. BLS certification required.
Department: 02257 WFBMG University Group Practice: Winston Salem Hanestown - OB/GYN: Reproductive Endocrinology Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday - Friday 8:00-5:00 pm Pay Range $24.10 - $36.15 Major Responsibilities: Prepares and rooms the patient for exam by obtaining vital signs and documenting/updating pertinent health information (i.e. chief complaint, allergies, medications). Performs laboratory procedures (i.e. strep test, wound culture, specimen collection, etc.) using principles of aseptic technique and standard precautions / infection control guidelines. Assists the physician/provider with procedures and surgeries such as pelvic exams, allergy scratch testing, EMG, cautery, colposcopy, etc. Administers medications, under physician/provider orders, including: immunizations, antibiotics, pain medications, vitamins, topical agents, and insulin. With limitations, initiates, maintains and discontinues IV therapy; administering selected fluids with pre-mixed medications. Provides basic patient education on the performance of tasks, skills, treatment and self-care. Follows through with necessary procedure or test requests, prescription refills, new appointment times and referrals to other facilities or services. Refers questions to registered nurses and physicians/providers per scope of practice guidelines and relays information back to patient as directed. Communicates with physicians and other members of the health care team. Documents and communicates accurate and timely information regarding patient conditions. Performs advanced clinical tasks or skills such as removal of sutures and staples, catheterization, audiograms, laboratory procedures (throat/nose culture, drug screen, phlebotomy - butterfly, venous access, heel stick), EKG, spirometry, Holter monitor application, casting, complex wound care, etc., with demonstrated competency and under clinical supervision. Organizes and prepares exam rooms, lab and work areas including: cleaning, stocking, ordering supplies, and maintaining equipment. Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique. Completes routine maintenance and quality monitoring of clinic equipment using appropriate technique when cleaning, sterilizing and caring for instruments and other equipment. Participates in patient centered initiatives, care management, performance and quality improvement activities. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards. Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license issued by the state in which the team member practices, and Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days unless department leader has determined it is not required. Education Required: Completion of an accredited or approved program in Practical Nursing. Experience Required: No experience required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills; ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, staff and physicians. Excellent organization, prioritization and problem solving skills. Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a windows operating system, and use of electronic mail with exposure to electronic medical records systems. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Must sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders throughout the workday. Must be able to: lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist. lift up to 20 lbs over the head. carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance. Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs of force. perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present. Will be exposed to the following hazards on a frequent basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, blood and body fluids. Will be required to wear protective clothing and equipment as needed. Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine-hand manipulation skills. Operates all equipment essential to perform the job. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. 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