Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (Gastroenterology Clinic)

The Copper River Family of Companies•Eglin AFB, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Coho Integrated Solutions is seeking a qualified Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support the Gastroenterology Clinic at the 96th Medical Group, Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. The LPN will provide outpatient nursing care to a variable patient population, assist physicians and other healthcare professionals with diagnostic and specialized procedures, administer medications and treatments, and support high-quality patient care in accordance with established clinical standards and facility policies.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required for this contract position
Graduate of a State Board of Nursing-approved LPN/LVN training program or completion of equivalent military training qualifying the individual to sit for the state licensure examination
Successful completion of the NCLEX-PN
Current, full, and unrestricted LPN license in a U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or the District of Columbia
Documentation of IV therapy training through an approved educational pathway
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification as required by the contract
At least one year of active practical or vocational nursing experience in an inpatient or outpatient environment following graduation
Required experience must have been obtained within the past 24 months
Knowledge of nursing practices, patient care procedures, medical terminology, and clinical safety practices
Knowledge of HIPAA, patient privacy, customer relations, and patient advocacy
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, Outlook, internet applications, and electronic health records
Ability to accurately enter and retrieve patient information from electronic systems
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare personnel
Ability to recognize and appropriately respond to emergency situations

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients based on individual conditions and established care plans.
Assess, recognize, document, and report relevant patient information and changes in condition.
Administer prescribed medications and perform treatments in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Assist with gastrointestinal procedures and specialized clinical services, including endoscopy, manometry, conscious sedation, and patient preparation and recovery.
Perform or assist with bladder catheterization, pulse oximetry, oxygen administration, EKGs, and other clinic-specific procedures.
Prepare patients and assist healthcare providers during diagnostic examinations and specialized procedures.
Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures and promptly report changes or concerns.
Recognize urgent and emergent situations and initiate appropriate interventions as directed while obtaining assistance from an RN or medical provider.
Provide patient and family education regarding treatment, procedures, medications, and care requirements.
Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation in electronic health records and other approved systems.
Participate in quality assurance, professional development, staff meetings, clinic huddles, and other assigned activities.
Maintain compliance with HIPAA, applicable accreditation standards, clinical practice guidelines, and 96th Medical Group policies and procedures.