Licensed Practical Nurse- Reproductive Endocrine Infertility
Licensed Practical Nurse- Reproductive Endocrine Infertility
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The University of Miami/UHealth Department OBGYN has an exciting opportunity for a fulltime Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work in Doral FL. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) administers nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse or provider and ensures the health comfort and safety of patients. The incumbent provides quality care to designated patients and takes on various responsibilities such as participating in the planning implementation and evaluation of nursing care as well as cooperating with the members of the nursing and medical staff and other hospital departments.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
Collects patient assessment data and notifies appropriate nurse of actual or potential problems and needs on an ongoing basis.
Records patient information concisely accurately and completely.
Administers medications and performs treatments and procedures for all patients as assigned.
Assists with preparation of patient materials or correspondence that RNs ARNPs or MDs utilize to communicate with organizations within or outside the University.
Assists in preoperative and postoperative health teaching for patients and families.
Shares responsibility for the planning implementation and evaluation of nursing care plans.
Participates in team conferences sharing knowledge information and ideas with team members.
Performs morecomplex nursing activities as competence increases.
Communicates frequently with team leader regarding patients physical and mental conditions.
Adheres to University and unitlevel policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Department Specific Functions
Assist the physician in outpatient practices. Act as chaperone for examinations and procedures.
Performing clinical tasks in outpatient setting such as taking patient vital signs: temperature pulse blood pressure and respirations performing venipunctures fingersticks medication administration urodynamics testing PVRs and records in patient chart.
Reports any unusual findings to clinic provider.
Assists in minor procedures such as colposcopies LEEPs cryotherapy hysteroscopies biopsies TOPs IUD insertions & removals Nexplanon insertion & removals Endometrial Biopsies and vulvar biopsies. Hysteroscopies Egg Retrievals etc. Recording patients medical history pharmacy information and completes pertinent screening questions in patient medical record.
Assists in preprocedure post procedure and/or relevant health teaching for patients and families.
Documentation of procedures in EPIC.
Identifies and utilizes appropriate channels of communication.
Reviews follows up and reporting of laboratory test results.
Inventory and order medical lab and office supplies equipment.
Sign off on orders as per departmental protocols for providers for routine maintenance medications labs and diagnostic testing.
Clean wrap and sterilize medical instruments.
High level disinfection and use of autoclave for sterilization of instruments.
Ensure site compliance with infection control policies logs and quality assurance initiatives.
Works collaboratively with both clinical MAs LPNs RNs and clerical staff and providers within the practice/clinic setting to provide quality patientcare.
Follow up on UChart inbasket pool and results messages Rx refills as assigned.
May schedule appointments for patients in accordance with practice policy.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be allinclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma or equivalent required
No previous experience required
Certification and Licensing:
Valid State of Florida LPN license required
Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures technologies and protocols and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software technology and relevant computer applications.
Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
Any relevant education certifications and/or work experience may be considered.
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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental tuition remission and more.
UHealthUniversity of Miami Health System South Floridas only universitybased health system provides leadingedge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center we are proud to serve South Florida Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and subspecialties and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching research and patient care. Were the challenge youve been looking for.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.
Job Status:
Full timeEmployee Type:
StaffPay Grade:
H7Employment Type
Full-Time
