Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Clinic

Stillwater Medical Center•Stillwater, OK

66d•Onsite

About The Position

Stillwater Urology Specialists is looking for an LPN to join our team! The main function of this LPN will be to assist with urodynamic testing, which involves preparing patients, operating urodynamic equipment, collecting data during the procedure, and providing patient education related to bladder function and urinary issues, all under the supervision of a healthcare provider. The key responsibilities include patient intake, vital sign monitoring, catheter insertion, data recording, and ensuring proper equipment function during urodynamic studies. JOB SUMMARY: Provides direct and indirect patient care in the office/clinic setting under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse and/or physician. Communicates effectively with physicians and other team members about patient's clinical condition including patient symptoms and diagnostic study results. Consistently meets regulatory requirements and standards for nursing in addition to complying with SMC Physician Practice Management policies and procedures. Provides care and communication that meet the needs of each patient and family. Completes all patient documentation and charges accurately and timely. In some SMC clinics the LPN may be required to coordinate and schedule patient appointments as well as accurately gather and document patient demographic information. Facilitates appropriate communication between back office and front office processes that contribute to successful clinic performance.

Requirements

License to practice as LPN in the state of Oklahoma.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Understand the ethics of confidentiality and HIPAA regulatory requirements.
Possess the ability to communicate well with employees, physicians, and general public.
Ability to manage multiple tasks.
Current CPR card or completion of course within 30 days of hire.
Adequate vision, or correctable with glasses/contacts, to prepare reports and read written materials.
Must have strength and stamina for prolonged walking, standing, and dealing with stressful situations.
Demonstrates adequate vision, or correctable with glasses, to read and write.
Able to hear, or correctable with hearing devices, and able to talk to converse with others in person and over the phone.
Able to hear, see, and feel to accurately assess, monitor, and administer care.
Able to frequently lift at least 60 lbs., reach, pull, push, bend, stoop, and kneel.
Possess fine motor skills and hand/eye coordination to give care (i.e.: insert catheters, administer medications, and handle instruments and operate equipment).

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of comprehensive Urodynamics, Video Urodynamics, and other advanced diagnostic evaluations (experience preferred, or willingness to learn)
Urology experience preferred (willing to train motivated candidates)
Understanding of lower urinary tract and anorectal anatomy, urodynamic procedures and equipment, and catheterization skills (a major plus!)
Ability to explain urodynamic procedures clearly and compassionately to patients
Familiarity with setting up urodynamic equipment, calibrating instruments, and ensuring proper functionality of catheters, electrodes, and related supplies (training provided as needed)
Ability to accurately record urodynamic parameters such as bladder pressure, flow rate, and sphincter activity during testing (preferred, but can be taught)
Previous demonstrated clinical experience in the physician practice setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with urodynamic testing
Preparing patients
Operating urodynamic equipment
Collecting data during the procedure
Providing patient education related to bladder function and urinary issues
Patient intake
Vital sign monitoring
Catheter insertion
Data recording
Ensuring proper equipment function during urodynamic studies
Provides direct and indirect patient care in the office/clinic setting under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse and/or physician
Communicates effectively with physicians and other team members about patient's clinical condition including patient symptoms and diagnostic study results
Consistently meets regulatory requirements and standards for nursing
Complying with SMC Physician Practice Management policies and procedures
Provides care and communication that meet the needs of each patient and family
Completes all patient documentation and charges accurately and timely
Coordinate and schedule patient appointments
Accurately gather and document patient demographic information
Facilitates appropriate communication between back office and front office processes that contribute to successful clinic performance