LPN Scheduler - GI Lab - Full Time

Ochsner Health • Meridian, MS

120d • Remote

About The Position

This job, under general supervision, schedules patients for ordered procedures according to guidelines set forth by the department and within the framework of the nurse practice acts. Uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care such as assessments, planning, and evaluations. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Requirements

• Graduate of approved training school.
• Current licensed practical nurse (LPN) license in state of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Knowledge of age specific community resources as well as assess/interpret age specific data.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability) and travel throughout and between facilities.

Responsibilities

• Involves the patient and/or family into the scheduling practice to provide individualized care and positive patient outcomes.
• Collaborates with physicians and their associated office personnel integrating appropriate reference materials.
• Delegates and assigns appropriate nursing interventions to unlicensed team members within their scope of practice.
• Exhibits competence in the safe/effective administration of medications and prescribed therapies utilizing appropriate reference materials.
• Exhibits appropriate judgment in scheduling practices, response to treatment, and communication with team members.
• Participates in the development and implementation of individualized orders and testing modalities related to the ordered procedures.
• Trains personnel, effectively utilize manpower resources, and accommodates fluctuating variables on the unit.
• Maintains annual regulatory/clinical requirements and documentation per policy.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed