Ambulatory LPN - Expresscare - FT - Day

Stormont-Vail HealthCare•Topeka, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Express Care clinics are a specialty within the nursing profession that encompasses the care of individuals across the life span who present with acute physical, emotional, or psychological alterations of health. The Express Care LPN responsibilities include, but are not limited to, patient assessment and triage, excellent communication and customer service skills, educating and answering patient questions during visit and at discharge. The Express Care LPN rooms patients, takes vital signs and reports patient concerns or pertinent observations to provider. The Express Care LPN is responsible for coordination of tests and services, assisting providers with procedures, and accurate documentation of all patient related activities. The Express Care LPN responds to emergent patient situations and provides patient care under the direction of the provider. The Express Care LPN may also perform procedures and testing under indirect physician supervision. Responsible to provide a safe environment for his/her assigned patients; to complete the assigned work; and to document and report any pertinent observations as a result of the interventions. The delivery of professional nursing care at Stormont Vail Health is guided by Jean Watson's Theory of Human Caring and the theory of Shared governance, both of which are congruent with the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

Requirements

Demonstrates consistent use of Standard Precautions and proper body mechanics and follows OSHA guidelines (Required proficiency)
Demonstrates knowledge of the Kansas State Nurse Practice Act and follows the statutes and regulations therein. (Required proficiency)
Responsible for understanding and showing respect for patients’ rights including confidentiality of patient information. (Required proficiency)
Demonstrates excellent understanding and use of the EMR (Required proficiency)
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. (Required proficiency)
Licensed Practical Nurse - KSBN A multistate license with the ability to practice within the State of Kansas is also accepted. Required
Basic Life Support - BLS Required within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a clinic setting.
Experience providing patient care.

Responsibilities

Assist with checking in, examinations and procedures.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments.
Clarify medication orders and refills to pharmacies as directed by providers.
Triage patient telephone calls, evaluating the physical and psychosocial health status of the patient.
Coordinate patient services to include: lab tests, point of care testing, x-rays, diagnostic procedures, consults, home care, and acute care admissions.
Provide patient education regarding medications, lab tests, x-rays, and procedures.
Notify patients of test results and provider disposition.
Document medical information using the appropriate electronic applications and/or forms.
Assess patient rooms and surrounding areas for safety issues.
Remove hazards and make adjustments as indicated.
Utilize appropriate channels to communicate patient safety and patient care issues to appropriate parties.
Maintain cleanliness of equipment, examination, and treatment rooms.
Maintain exam rooms with necessary supplies and materials.
Participate in Patient Safety Rounds.
Adheres to infection control, emergency, safety, fire and disaster plans and policies, completing required initial training and updates per hospital policy.
Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health
Performs other duties as assigned