Licensed Practical Nurse
About The Position
Perform clinical nursing functions based on department needs, assisting practitioners and providing patient education and other nursing procedures in clinical areas in support of Ryan Health’s mission and goals. Under the supervision of the RN Unit Manager, the LPN screens, discharges, interviews, counsels, and teaches patients; documents clinical observations and findings; obtains vital signs and screening information; administers medications and treatments; and fulfills practitioner orders according to nursing standards and Ryan Health protocols. The role also supports examinations, minor surgery, diagnostic and therapeutic testing, laboratory and radiology workflows, equipment and supply readiness, and follow-up for abnormal results and missed appointments. Nursing duties are performed in accordance with applicable patient-safety, infection-control, OSHA, and Ryan Health standards. The position is based primarily in a mental health clinic and/or general primary care setting.
Requirements
- Healthcare delivery experience; recent graduates will be considered and trained.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to think clearly and work in a busy clinic.
- Working experience with electronic medical records software.
- Strong skills in Microsoft Outlook and Word.
- High school diploma and graduation from an approved School of Practical Nursing.
- Valid New York State LPN license.
- Professional, courteous, and respectful approach to patients; ability to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served, if applicable.
- Commitment to exceeding patient expectations.
- Ability to work well with others, contribute ideas to improve outcomes, seek opinions and feedback, and provide feedback tactfully and respectfully.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience in an ambulatory setting, such as an emergency room, clinic, or health center.
- Associate degree in Nursing.
- Phlebotomy certification.
- Bilingual English/Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Screen, discharge, interview, counsel, and teach patients in clinical areas; report and document clinical observations and findings in medical records.
- Obtain vital signs, pain and education screens, and BMI; administer medications and treatments and fulfill practitioner orders, including immunizations, PPD, and inhalation treatments.
- Perform procedures such as EKGs, hearing and vision tests, bone density tests, and blood glucose testing.
- Assist providers with examinations and minor surgery, and participate in routine diagnostic and therapeutic testing and treatment within the scope of the LPN license.
- Order medications, immunizations, and other supplies; maintain controlled-substance records and accurate accounting.
- Process laboratory, referral, and x-ray requisition forms according to Ryan Health protocols and clinical guidelines; retrieve laboratory and radiology reports for practitioners.
- Maintain the emergency bag, oxygen tanks, and other clinical equipment according to Ryan Health protocols.
- Follow up on abnormal laboratory results, urgent lab recalls, and missed appointments.
- Clean, disinfect, sterilize, and maintain clinical equipment and medical instruments.
- Prepare and organize examination rooms, tables, supplies, and instruments for practitioner use.
- Perform nursing duties in accordance with current National Patient Safety Goals and JAHCO standards.
- Communicate with clinical, clerical, and managerial staff to support continuity of patient care.
- Follow accepted infection-control measures, OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standards, and Ryan Health policies and procedures.
- Attend Ryan Health meetings as required and assigned; promptly report unusual occurrences or problems to the Unit Manager.
- Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
