LPN

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The nurse under the supervision of the nurse manager and/or clinical coordinator is responsible for assisting the provider in the delivery of health care and patient care management.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Active patient care team member: identifying and reporting to provider specific patient needs including those required for the visit and for general health care concerns

Conducts previsit planning by reviewing and updating patient charts prior to appointment and collecting additional information such as lab results ER reports etc. as indicated from chart review and patient care huddle

Prepares patient for examination and treatment by escorting them from the waiting area to the exam room and taking history as required by work flow algorithm. Assesses Vital signs

Performs routine lab procedures including basic phlebotomy as listed in Laboratory Manual

Assists providers with examinations and diagnostic procedures

Administers nonintravenous injections as ordered

Initiates and monitors Intravenous Fluids per professional license

Maintains patient documentation for example but not limited to lab orders and results procedure results phone calls

Assists team in care management as directed by provider

Follows Standing Orders

Prepares and maintains clinical supplies and equipment

Maintains patient rooms and treatment rooms

Sterilizes all instruments as needed

Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment

Orders and maintains medications for office

Works in conjunction with Pharmacy Protocols

Triages and responds to patient communications within practice policy

Participates in professional development activities as offered and required within the organization

Complies with all HIPAA regulations

Updates and maintains clinical skills. Requests education as needed

Treats patients their families and staff with dignity and respect

Performs other related work as required

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

Responsible to:

Directly supervised by Office Provider

Nurse Manager/Coordinator

Workers supervised:

N/A

Interrelationships:

Works with the office manager to promote teamwork between the

administrative and clinical staff

This job description is not designed to cover or contain an exhaustive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

REQUIREMENTS:

All employees of Carolina Health Centers Inc. are expected to perform the duties of their job

and behave in a manner consistent with the Corporate Philosophy which supports the values

of: honesty integrity openness the pursuit of individual and collective excellence and

unwavering mutual respect and appreciation.

In addition this position requires:

Education:

Graduate of an accredited program of practical nurse education. May consider Registered Nurse as identified by company needs.

Licensure and Credentials:

Licensed by South Carolina and in good standing as a LPN/RN

BCLS certification

Work Experience:

Experience preferred but will train new graduates

Skills:

Able to read write and communicate effectively orally and in writing

Able to calculate medication dosages correctly

Proficient in use of computer and keyboard

Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Knowledge of HIPAA and ability to maintain confidentiality

Able to manage self and environment calmly and appropriately in stressful situations

Clinical skills (basic): taking vital signs patient assessments injections appropriate and complete documentation

Clinical Skills (advanced): phlebotomy IV EKG catheterizations as examples

Physical Abilities:

Stand for extended periods of time

Able to push pull and reach sit stoop and stretch

Have full range of body motion

Have the handeye coordination and manual dexterity needed to operate a computer telephone copier and medical equipment

Able to lift and position patients using appropriate body mechanics

Have a normal range of hearing and eyesight to be able to collect data and record where appropriate (i.e. computer and/or paper)

Vision abilities required for this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Work Environment:

This position involves exposure to customer/patient elements. The work environment is that of a medical practice that enforces safe OSHA compliant practice. HIPAA rules and regulations are stringently enforced. The position requires staff to work under pressure at times and with a diverse population. As a medical office exposure to communicable diseases bodily fluids toxic substances sharps and other conditions are common.

This job also operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard Office equipment such as computers telephones photocopiers filing cabinets and fax machines.