Licensed Practical Nurse

Saint James Health•Newark, NJ

28d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse who is energetic and passionate about helping and working with a multi-specialty clinic with diverse patient population. The Licensed Practical Nurse will work under the supervision of the Nurse Manager to evaluate, triage patients for clinical care of the Healthcare providers. Will support our healthcare team, and contribute to the success of our organization.

Requirements

Minimum 3-years of experience as Licensed Practitioner Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse NJ State/Multi Compact License (Required).
Highly organized with an attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal skills with patient and co-workers
Basic CPR (BCLS) certification (Required).
Phlebotomy Skills (Required).

Nice To Haves

Bilingual/ fluent in Spanish (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Physician (MD).
Take vital signs, administer medications, and perform various medical procedures.
Monitor patients' conditions, report changes to the RN or Provider, and implement care plans.
Help Link new and established patients to care services, including case management, partner services, medical care, social programs, and education.
Assist RNs, Nurse Manager and Providers with exams, procedures, and other medical tasks.
Carry out intakes and bio-psychosocial assessments for clients
Prepare patients for exams, tests, and procedures.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
Participate in off-site community outreach events.
Administer injections and medications onsite or at offsite outreaches as prescribed by the provider.
Monitor, coordinate, and administer vaccinations
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
Collaborate with RNs, MDs, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to care planning.
Assists in the coordination of services with SJH Case Managers, other disciplines and patient's insurance plans.
Advocates for patient in arrangement of medically necessary services.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and patient safety efforts.
Identify and report potential safety hazards or quality concerns.
Implement evidence-based practices and follow organizational policies and procedures.
Adhere to SJH safety, policies, procedures and regulations
Maintain current professional certifications and licensures
Manage patient flow, prepare exam rooms, and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Answer phone calls in relations to patient care, respond to patient inquiries, and provide general administrative support.
Provide crisis intervention as assistance as instructed by the RN, Nurse manager and Provider as needed.
Monitor and coordinate medical care and insurance authorization
Prepare data reports for external agencies and clinic management
Maintain accurate clinical documentation in electronic medical records (EMR)
Ensure and maintain adequate patient records, track service, referrals, due dates, and identify potential beneficiaries.
Ensure and maintain adequate patient's vaccine records, track vaccine utilization and storage use and service.