Licensed Practical Nurse, Lead-Stony Brook Children’s Service, UFPC

SB Clinical Practice Management Plan•East Islip, NY

6d•$31 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the lead Physician, the Lead LPN will provide clinical support and oversight of clinical staff and, in collaboration with the Lead Physician and Ambulatory Office Manager, ensure efficient and optimal patient care is delivered to the patients in the practice.

Requirements

Valid New York State License as LPN.
Four (4) years of full time medically related experience in patient care required with a demonstrated working knowledge of many procedures under a variety of work conditions, including strict deadlines or emergencies.

Responsibilities

Ensure standards of clinical practice and infection control are maintained.
Oversee that all clinical standards and administrative policies are practiced and upheld by support staff.
Certify clinical support staff annually in waive testing.
Collaborate with Ambulatory Office Manager to ensure staff attend orientation, annual recertification and yearly physicals.
Oversee that daily quality controls are performed.
Develop and oversee a cleaning and stocking assignment and schedule for support staff.
Ensure an adequate level of medical supplies.
Maintain the medication room, by checking for expired items and correct par level of medications.
Maintain refrigerator temp log and daily O2 check.
Ensure that lab logs are maintained.
Oversight of clinical staff in conjunction with Ambulatory Office Manager: Assess and evaluate staff performance and complete annual assessment, performance programs and competencies Assign staff to work with providers and address staffing shortfalls in conjunction with other leads Address provider concerns with regard to clinical staff and provide counseling/disciplinary action as required Monitor staff time and approve time off requests ensuring adequate staffing; review biweekly time and attendance forms for accuracy.
Maintain efficiency of clinical operations: Make recommendations to physician and operations lead to improve efficiency and physician productivity within the practice. Attend regular leadership meetings and participate in decision making related to the clinical practice as a whole. Work closely with other clinical leads and Ambulatory Office Manager to ensure consistency in processes and procedures across practice locations.
Provide Clinical support: Perform injections as ordered. Work with providers when assigned. Provide patient and family teaching as needed. Other duties as assigned.