Licensed Practical Nurse (Per Diem) - Manning - Float Pool

El Rio Community Health Center•Tucson, AZ

20h•$26 - $39

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is part of the team providing quality healthcare to El Rio patients. The LPN provides direct patient care, clinical and non-clinical, within the scope of practice established by the Arizona State Board of Nursing and El Rio Health policies and procedures. The position generally works with supervision and review; issues involving departures from scope, policies, interpretations, or procedures are referred to a supervisor for direction or resolution. The LPN supports El Rio Health’s mission to provide comprehensive, quality healthcare that is affordable and accessible. The role includes completing patient intake, documenting accurately in the Electronic Health Record (EHR), assisting with procedures and provider orders, coordinating patient needs and records, communicating with patients, and supporting clinical operations. The LPN may work at any location or assignment needed to support organizational operations. The position requires maintaining professional standards, confidentiality, a safe and hygienic work environment, clinical competency, accurate documentation and coding, and proficiency with El Rio systems. Employees are encouraged to participate in continuing education and organizational events and committees, subject to operational needs. Schedule is Monday through Friday, with some Saturdays and Sundays, on a per-diem basis. Salary is $25.72–$38.58, depending on qualifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED); an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered if directly related to the job’s functions and responsibilities.
Current Licensed Practical Nurse license in good standing from the Arizona State Board of Nursing.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
Current, valid Level I fingerprint clearance card in good standing, or application for the card within seven working days after beginning employment. The posting also states the card or fingerprint receipt must be submitted before the hire or transfer date, and a Level One Non-IVP card must be received within 30 days after that date.
Reliable transportation capable of meeting organizational operational reassignments during the workday.
Valid driver’s license and compliance with Arizona vehicle insurance requirements if driving during work hours.
Ability to perform duties within the LPN scope of practice and comply with applicable policies, procedures, safety, confidentiality, and documentation requirements.
Employees are required to undergo pre-employment drug testing and may be subject to post-accident, reasonable-suspicion, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing in compliance with federal and state regulations.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish ability to speak, read, and write in both languages.
Equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the job’s functions and responsibilities may be considered.

Responsibilities

Complete assigned clinical and non-clinical duties accurately and within established time and performance expectations.
Maintain required LPN competencies and complete annual competency skills evaluations.
Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic work environment and comply with organizational policies and safety procedures.
Protect patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and corporate compliance requirements.
Follow the Code of Conduct, policies and procedures, standing orders, and service excellence requirements.
Complete the Patient Intake Process before provider visits and document information, patient responses, and actions in the EHR.
Perform or assist with procedures and activities within the LPN scope of practice and in accordance with Nursing Policies and Procedures.
Anticipate and respond to patient needs, coordinating outside medical records and laboratory and radiology results as needed.
Complete administrative and non-clerical activities received through NextGen or the Patient Portal, including required documentation.
Provide professional service at assigned locations and assignments that support El Rio’s operational needs.
Assess problems and prioritize and resolve them effectively and promptly using appropriate critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Complete provider orders accurately and promptly, ensure patients understand discharge instructions, and document and submit completed orders and actions in the EHR within required timeframes.
Communicate proactively and effectively with patients to support compliance with appointments and treatments, and document communications in the EHR.
Apply compliance and reporting requirements relevant to Joint Commission accreditation standards.
Identify and immediately report safety hazards or potential hazards to supervisory staff; participate in safety programs, which may include an emergency response team.
Label, rotate, and stock medications, medical supplies, and equipment appropriately and maintain operational inventories.
Communicate effectively in writing, verbally, and interpersonally with patients, visitors, employees, and internal and external representatives.
Support coworkers and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment.
Serve as a positive role model to patients, coworkers, employees, and students.
Participate in learning, training, and peer mentoring to develop skills and improve service quality.
Accurately document and submit coding for point-of-care testing and nursing visits, including medications administered, patient teaching and counseling, supplies used, and other interventions.
Use materials, supplies, equipment, and organizational resources cost-effectively and limit waste.
Accurately document hours worked and obtain sign-off or approval in a timely manner.
Develop and maintain proficiency with El Rio systems and programs, including learning new skills as systems and programs change.
Participate in continuing education and organizational events or committees when consistent with operational needs.