LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

StrideCare•Charleston, SC

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for assisting all providers with patient care in the clinical aspect of the practice. The LPN will prepare wound care patients for clinic visits and examinations, assist the provider in all aspects of patient care, provide patient instruction, document and maintain the clinical records, and maintain supply inventory. The LPN works under direct supervision of the RN(s) or Providers.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)
Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program/state approved educational program
Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice -to maintain throughout the duration of employment in the position
Two or more years’ experience as LPN/LVN, to include one (1) or more years in SNF or LTACH setting
Must possess flexibility and be able to organize and set priorities for work to be done in a timely and efficient manner
Must be able to understand and follow instruction with speed and accuracy
Maintain current BLS Certification and completion of initial and annual required Inservice training
Must possess a sense of responsibility, dependability, efficiency, initiative, accountability, and honesty

Nice To Haves

Wound care experience preferred

Responsibilities

Supporting the Center’s Mission Statement
Setting up and maintaining clinical supplies
Assisting all providers with patient care and minor procedures in clinic
Checking supplies, solutions, and medications daily and discarding expired products as needed
Utilizing judgement in setting priorities and logical sequence and timing of major tasks, duties, and procedures
Organizing and cleaning exam rooms and setting up patient for proper physician functioning. Storing supplies and linens, checking for defects and expired supplies
Disposing of soiled linens and hazardous waste according to infection control guidelines
Demonstrating strong communication skills and timeliness in answering telephone messages, placing calls, and relaying messages to patients, providers, and other staff
Preserving patient's rights and privacy through maintaining confidentiality in communications
Adhering to all policies and procedures while providing safe patient care
Assuming responsibility in performing other assigned duties, such as all types of wound care, proper documentation, sending specimens to the lab and assisting patient care, including vital signs and non-narcotic medication refills as ordered by the provider.
Maintaining patient safety and protection from injury by proper utilization of safety devices, equipment, and supplies
Maintaining personal safety and protection from injury through proper utilization of protective equipment
Utilizing proper body mechanics when lifting supplies
Coordinating functions in the Center to help maintain smooth operations
Communicating effectively with other staff members and providers in the Center
Answering telephone calls and directing calls to the appropriate staff
Requisitioning supplies and maintenance repair services as directed through utilization of the proper individuals
Organizing Center and Clinic paperwork and supplies on a daily basis, and performing any administrative duties required· Obtaining supplies from other areas as needed and returning supplies and equipment to appropriate locations in a timely manner
Organizing and scanning Center charts and paperwork in a timely manner according to policy
Assisting in keeping rooms clean, stocked, neat, and orderly
Effectively handling health or safety hazards for self and patients
Reporting and documenting any unusual occurrences or adverse incidents accurately to the provider and/or Clinical Nurse Manager
Performing administrative and clerical duties as required
Ability to travel to satellite clinics on a weekly and as needed basis with providers to assist with procedures and patient care· Proper and timely documentation of all patient care and phone calls in HER according to policy, as well as confirming/maintaining past medical and surgical history, and current medication and allergy lists
Communicating all test results to providers and documenting appropriately.
Under the direction of the RN or Provider. Responsible for Patient Intake and Discharge to include but not limited to: Medical and surgical history documentation, Medication/Allergies documentation, Social history documentation, Nutritional status documentation, Dressing removal and wound cleansing, Measurement of wounds, Reapplying dressings including multi-layer wraps, and NPWT
Assists with case management under the direction of RN, in accordance with state regulations
Reports quality of care issues to Clinical Nurse Manager.
Communicates as needed with all team members regarding therapeutic interventions, to ensure quality of care.
May function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe)
Performs other duties as delegated