Licensed Practical Nurse IRL Surgical Oncology

University of Iowa Health Care IRL Surgical Oncology is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to function within the scope of the practical nursing license to assist physician staff with patient care. Performs technical assessments administers immunizations assists with minor surgeries administers medications and treatments fits orthopedic devices and may manage clinic programs.

Position Responsibilities

physical assessment which may include vital signs weight height and current history and makes observations relevant to patient conditions. Documents and/or reviews all pertinent data including allergies current medications and health history.

various screening tests in preparation for patients physical examination.

medications gives injections monitors intravenous fluids and performs treatments which are within the practical nurse scope of practice. Observes and documents patient reactions to medications and treatments and initiates emergency treatment as indicated.

visual acuity oxygen saturation and blood glucose levels.

in examinations of patients diagnostic procedures and minor surgeries.

patient education regarding diagnosis medication and treatment under direct or indirect supervision of the physician or as directed by clinic protocols.

dressings assesses and documents wound condition removes sutures assures proper fit of orthopedic equipment and provides treatments according to standardized protocols. Responsible for instructing patients on the specific procedures for follow-up care.

basic cardiac life support and assists in emergency situations as needed.

timely reporting of lab work to physician staff and appropriate transfer of medical records as directed by physician or as requested by patients.

appropriate inventory of medical equipment and patient education materials in patient examination areas.

responsibility for screening and directing communication between clinic staff consulting staff continuing care providers students university faculty and staff and the public.

for evaluating and documenting function of emergency equipment and for maintaining stock medication supplies.

exercise functional supervision over students or health aids.

Key Knowledge Skills and Abilities
of practical nursing theory and practices.

of Current Procedural terminology coding (ICD-10 codes) as required by third party payors.

and accuracy in taking patient vital signs performing treatments giving injections monitoring intravenous therapy and administering medications.

in analyzing patient assessment data recognizing abnormal information and communicating findings to physicians in a timely way.

to communicate verbally electronically and in writing with patients family members clinic staff university staff consulting clinics and physician staff and with the public.

to utilize a computerized documentation system to collect record analyze and distribute patient data.

to maintain a helpful and empathetic attitude towards patients.

to manage patient flow in the daily work schedule of the physician.

to utilize skills techniques and procedures to prevent cross contamination and transmission of infection including universal precautions.

to work with biological hazards chemical hazards and radioactive materials. Knowledge of safe handling and disposal of those products.

to push lift and move objects up to 50 pounds and to stand on feet for prolonged periods of time.

to lift and position persons with severe disabilities using two-person lifts over 50 pounds.

to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.

to follow directions as delegated by physicians or registered nurses.

to train assign and check work of others.

to manage supply inventory.

Percent of Time:100%
Schedule:40 hours/week accomplished Monday Friday 7:45 - 1715 with a 1 hour lunch
Location:Iowa River Landing
Merit Pay Plan: Highlights:

Regular salaried position located in Iowa City Iowa
Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health dental life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. For more information clickhere.

About:

University ofIowa Health Carerecognized as one of the best hospitals in the United Statesis Iowas only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12000 employees students and volunteers work together to provide safe quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.

University of Iowa Health CareIowa River Landing offers the world-class academic-level medicine you expect from UI Health Care in a convenient medical office building that makes visiting the doctor a pleasant experience. Our pledge at UI Health CareIowa River Landing is that our patients will receive the best possible care in a friendly compassionate efficient way.

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