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About Us
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion collaboration excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion human dignity integrity service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Lead Licensed Practical Nurse
PRIMARY FUNCTION/GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Lead Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing physician support as applicable and comprehensive nursing care to patients and their families under the direction of the Pediatric physician. This position supports the Practice Manager in coordinating and leading practice personnel to ensure consistent standards of practice and competencies in the delivery of patient care services. The position will perform duties within the scope of practice ensuring consistency within the practice ensuring policies and procedures standards of care approved protocols standing orders and guidelines are met. The position will also adhere to practice standards governed by the Virginia Board of Nursing and other applicable state and regulatory agencies.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Analyzes the assessment data evaluates patients condition and collaborates with the provider to develop and maintain the patients plan of care.
Provides education to patients families and staff members in conjunction with other healthcare entities under the direction of the provider or manager.
Coordinates the care of the patient with other healthcare entities according to the patients plan of care. Administers medications in a safe manner which is consistent with the organizations policies and procedures as well as the state requirements with which they are licensed in.
LPNs in a lead position serve as subject matter experts and clinical and professional mentors within the practice. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Active state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure
Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
One year of clinical patient care experience (preferred not required)
Training:
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)
SKILLS:
Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to all ages of the patients
Ability to learn and use a computer-based patient appointment scheduling and registration system
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a team
Strong interpersonal communication and organization skills
Take and document vital signs
Room patients
Monitor patient conditions during in-office treatment(s)
Document patients medical records
Administer medications/vaccinations within scope
Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care
Manage patient messages and communications (e.g. in-basket MyChart messages)
Schedule tests and appointments
Telephonic patient triage
Attention to detai
l Acceptance of authority
Critical thinking
Communication with family members
Collaboration
Teamwork
Conflict resolution
Active listening
Relationship Building
Time management
Dependability
Adaptability
Flexibility
Accountability
Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.
What we offer
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Department:
FP-Patterson Ave - Provider BasedIt is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .