Lead LVN/LPN (MFM)

Pediatrix • Fort Worth, TX

15h

About The Position

The Lead works under the direct supervision of clinic Medical Director, Physicians, Nurse Practitioners and Office Manager to supervise and directs LVN/LPN and medical assistant staff, provide leadership, direction and consultation. The Lead will assess, plan, implement and evaluate the provision of patient care by all assigned personnel. The person will oversee patient flow throughout the clinic and may perform quality assurance on patient charts, ensuring correct scheduling and accurate documentation. Responsible for OSHA compliance.

Requirements

• Education: LPN or LVN state license required.
• Must maintain CPR certification.
• Experience: 2-4 year experience in a management or supervisory role in OBGYN preferred.
• Experience Industry: Healthcare
• Skills & Knowledge: Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
• Compassion for the patients and their families.
• Quick decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience will be considered.

Nice To Haves

• OBGYN Experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintain nursing license on a current status.
• Supervise and direct day-to-day functions for nursing personnel.
• Will make daily rounds of clinic to ensure nursing personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards.
• Schedule and conduct staff meetings.
• Develop and maintain new employee orientation program.
• Responsible for staff scheduling to include: work assignments, employee training, employee vacations, and back up for absent employees.
• Coordinate with Medical Director and Office Manager for appropriate staff levels.
• Evaluate department processes.
• Recommend and coordinate needed changes based on process analysis.
• Maintain communication between all supervisors/ leads and medical personnel to ensure coordination of effort for optimal patient care.
• Will review patient charts prior to appointments to ensure proper scheduling and accurate documentation.
• Create and maintain NICU reports.
• Schedule NICU tours for patients.
• Oversees all Lab functions.
• Participate in the development of employee in-service training classes, ensuring a well-educated nursing staff.
• Assist in development of clinic processes and standardization in which work will be accomplished.
• Attend continuing educational programs to further nursing skills and knowledge.
• Fill out and complete incident/accident reports.
• Chart nursing notes in an informative and descriptive manner.
• Implement and maintain established nursing standards and objectives.
• Maintain high level of care to all patients.
• Responsible for telephone triage and documentation of call.
• Will coordinate patient referrals.
• Provide educational materials to patients.
• Conducts nursing assessments.
• Assist patients in finding and securing transportation and housing assistance.
• Maintain patient records to ensure integrity and availability of information.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPPA regulations.
• Coordinates and communicates with staff about patient concerns.
• Maintain clinic crash cart.
• Orders stocks, and maintains a variety of supplies to include lab supplies, office supplies, and patient education materials.
• Monitor assigned personnel to assure they are adhering to established safety regulations.
• Ensure all work areas and exam rooms are maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner.
• Ensure all personnel participate in fire safety and disaster preparedness drills in a professional and safe manner.
• Ensure assigned staff follows established infection control procedures to include the use of personal protective equipment and proper hand washing technique.
• Responsible for clinic OSHA compliance at all times.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA and HSAs, as well as a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Some benefits are provided at no cost, while others require a cost share between employees and the company.
• Employees may also select voluntary plans and pay for these benefits through convenient payroll deductions.
• Our benefit programs are just one of the many ways Pediatrix & Obstetrix helps our employees take care of themselves and their families

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees