LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) 'Grambling LA'

Company: Primary Health Services Center
Location: Monroe
Posted on: August 1, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description Qualifications: Must have a current unencumbered Louisiana Practical Nurse license. Must have a current Basic Life Support Card. Must demonstrate competency-See competency list. Must be able to withstand 8-12 hours or more of standing, walking, stooping, bending, and sitting. Must possess a general familiarity and competence with Windows based computer systems. Responsibilities: Attendance Regular and punctual attendance. Individual is at workstation when scheduled and remains for duration of shift. Notifies DON and/or HR Coordinator of any avoidable absence as soon as possible. Performance Takes and records vital signs, height, and weight; identifies chief complaint and completes family history on EHR. Assist patient in and out of clinic to ensure smooth patient flow. Records medication/treatment on EHR using proper procedure and documentation. Assist physicians and nurse practitioners in health care activities, performance of diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures, and the administration of medication as ordered by physician and/or nurse practitioner. Collects specimens as needed and deliveries them to the laboratory. In the absence of a Laboratory Technician, performs routine CLIA waived laboratory test. Assist in rendering emergency care including cardiac pulmonary resuscitation. Productivity Stocks the examining rooms with needed supplies. Cleans all exam rooms (in-between patients and at end of day) and re-stocks supplies as needed. Maintains medical supply inventory list, including sign-out sheets for medications (and sample medication inventory and log sheets). Monitors and orders medications and supplies for clinic area. Safety Adheres to all clinic infection control, safety, and hazardous waste policies. Reports any safety and/or OSHA violations promptly. Maintains exam rooms, nurses--- station, all equipment, and other work areas in a clean, safe and orderly fashion to ensure an appropriate work environment. Team Work Performs other necessary duties as required by the Clinical Coordinator, DON, MD, CEO or COO to meet the goal of providing primary health care services. Participates in the Primary Health Services Center Quality Assurance activities and performs duties in accordance with applicable standards. Maintains standards of the most current Patient-Centered Medical Home guidelines. Professionalism Complies with organizational policies and procedures. Adheres to PHSC dress code as specified for the position (i.e., appropriate daily uniform colors). Maintains confidentiality of patients, families, and fellow employees. Follows HIPAA guidelines. Accountable and responsible for self. Performance Improvement Maintains all patient records to comply with required standards. Attends all mandatory meetings. Reviews clinical and administrative policies as needed. Scores 80% on annual competency evaluation. Corporate Compliance Will be compliant with applicable law. Will be fully compliant and cooperate with PHSC---s Compliance Program. Other duties as assigned.

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