Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) - Ambulatory Outpatient Clinic (UVA Locust Grove)

Offering a competitive sign on bonus to the hired candidate. Please discuss with the hiring manager or recruiter for more details.

Responsible for providing direct patient care, ongoing education and reinforcement of care plans, and providing general support in an ambulatory setting under the direction or supervision of the patient’s physician or LIP/RN designee in accordance with policy, procedure, and competency to promote patient health and wellness. This position requires providing services to all age populations in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individuals served.

• Room patient and complete intake and data collection process per protocols.
• Gathers preliminary intake to include patient history and inputs into medical record system prior to visit for physician review
• Completes UPG scribe training to documents in the medical record services provided, orders, medications and other activities performed by Licensed Independent Providers in real-time during patient encounters.
• Maintain appropriate inventory of medical supplies and/or vaccines for the practice.
• Acts as a preceptor for entry level clinicians
• Can perform advanced skills such as establishing IV access, and Urinary Cath
• Perform clinical prep to review records and studies, along with schedules and ensure patients are scheduled appropriately.
• Trains in specialty clinics associated with the practice and is cross-trained to function in multiple roles.
• Specializes in clinical intake and takes opportunities to develop and mentor others and train
• Trains with the medical center department as needed
• Medication administration: Oral, compounded and noncompounded IM injections, intradermal and SQ injections, premixed immunizations/vaccinations
• Perform venipuncture and ambulatory procedures within scope of practice.
• Laboratory duties including performing point of care testing (POCT) and quality control indicators, and preparing forms.
• Manage EMR requirements to include: in basket, phone call intake, and prescription preparation.
• Perform clinical intake via rooming and telephone encounters.
• Maintain appropriate inventory of medical supplies for the practice.
• Maintain medical instruments and ensure clinical areas are appropriately stocked and cleaned.
• Document and charge capture for service rendered in Medical Record.
• Organizes and prioritizes patient care activities considering the needs of the patients and the interdisciplinary team.
• Implements age appropriate interventions based on individual patient’s needs as directed by the physician.
• Maintains efficient patient flow throughout the clinic experience.
• Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
• Demonstrates teamwork in the delivery of patient care and ensures a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
• Assist the registered nurse and/or provider through data collection concerning the physical, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions of patients according to practice standards and institutional policy/procedure
• Organizes and prioritizes nursing care activities considering the needs of the patients and the interdisciplinary team.
• Implements age-appropriate interventions based on individual patient’s needs as directed by the registered nurse/provider.
• Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of care given in progressing patients toward desired outcomes.
• Provide ongoing education and reinforcement of care plans developed by the Provider/RN based on identified health and education needs and the condition and age of the patient.
• Provides a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
• Assumes responsibility for professional development of self and contributes to and assists with the professional development of others.
• Demonstrates teamwork in the delivery of patient care.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

 

Position Compensation Range: The pay range for this role is $21.95 - $34.02 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE:

Education:

* Graduated from an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse Program

Experience:

* None Required

Licensure:

* Licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia prior to onboarding.

* American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider BLS certification required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills;
attention to detail and ability to write legibly; ability to lift/push/pull 20-50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids, and infectious diseases

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR REGISTERED NURSE:

Education:
* Graduated from an accredited Registered Nurse Program.
Experience:
* None required.
Licensure:
* Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia prior to onboarding.
* American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider BLS certification required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

General busy clinical environment. The incumbent will be working in a office and patient examination room and is required to help move patients when needed and standing during portions of the physical examination. Physical activity required would include the ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50 pounds, and would involve standing for prolonged periods of time, as well as frequently bending/stooping and walking. Physical hazards include potential exposure to body fluids and associated pathogens/infectious disease, as well as potential exposure to chemicals. pathogens/infectious disease, as well as potential exposure to chemicals.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.