LPN - ORTHOPEDIC ASSOC.

Independence Health System•Butler Township, PA

About The Position

The LPN provides direct and indirect patient care at an orthopedic physician practice, including collecting patient health information, performing ordered treatments and tests, administering medications and immunizations, and preparing patients for examinations and procedures. The role works under the direction of the Nurse Manager, RN Supervisor, RN, and/or physician and follows the LPN Practice Act, organizational policies, and professional standards of care. The LPN educates patients and families within the scope of practice, supports patient safety and regulatory compliance, and coordinates communications among patients, families, the physician practice, pharmacies, specialists, and insurance carriers. The position also supports quality control, performance improvement, medical-record administration, and office operations. It has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but may coach and mentor others, including new hires and students. Scheduling is based on operational needs and may include rotating shifts, standby, or on-call work. The position promotes Lean principles and ongoing work-process improvement. The work environment may require goggles, a face shield, and a mask according to CDC guidance during a pandemic. Two-person lift assistance and/or a transfer device is required for lifts over 50 pounds.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing.
Current licensure to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Pennsylvania.
Current Basic Life Support certification through an American Heart Association-approved curriculum, including CPR and AED.
Act 33 clearance with renewal.
Act 34 clearance with renewal.
Act 73 FBI clearance.
Strong leadership ability, organizational skills, independent and critical-thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of the legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
Ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
Ability to perform the listed essential functions and meet the physical and working-condition requirements.

Nice To Haves

Previous LPN experience.

Responsibilities

Deliver direct and indirect patient care in accordance with the LPN Practice Act, organizational policies, procedures, protocols, and professional standards.
Collect patient health data, including vital signs, weight, chief complaint, and pain assessment, considering physical, psychosocial, age, cultural, and spiritual needs.
Complete physician-ordered patient treatments and testing, and administer medications and immunizations using age-appropriate routes and techniques.
Document patient care completely, accurately, and promptly.
Assess patient and family education needs, identify barriers, provide appropriate educational materials or instructions, and document the education provided and the recipient’s understanding.
Prepare patients for examinations, treatments, and procedures, and assist physicians with treatments and procedures as requested.
Promote patient safety, including using two patient identifiers and correctly labeling specimens and written documentation.
Perform point-of-care testing and required quality-control testing; identify out-of-range results before testing and accurately record results.
Follow infection-control processes and standard precautions, and participate in non-punitive medication reporting.
Maintain collaborative relationships with physicians and act as a patient advocate and resource person.
Coordinate communications among patients, families, the physician practice, pharmacies, specialists, and insurance carriers; provide protocol-based advice and direct patients to appropriate care.
Facilitate prescription refills based on physician orders and obtain prior authorizations or assist with indigent programs as ordered.
Support regulatory compliance and continuous survey readiness, including requirements of JCAHO and other agencies.
Assist with performance-improvement data collection and incorporate implemented initiatives into practice.
Maintain patient-care areas by replenishing supplies and keeping the environment clean and safe.
Prepare forms, copy records, respond to requests according to policy, and help maintain medical records for filing and retrieval.
Participate in other office functions and perform other duties as required.
Demonstrate leadership, sound judgment, accountability, independent problem-solving, appropriate delegation, and effective preceptor or mentor support.
Help maintain or reduce organizational and departmental costs and promote Lean principles and continuous work-process improvement.