LPN - Heart of the City Health Center - Behavioral Health

Cherry Health • Grand Rapids, MI

5d

About The Position

The LPN is an integral member of the healthcare team and provides direct and indirect nursing care to patients as delegated by a Registered Nurse or provider. The role requires adherence to organizational policies, procedures, the Code of Ethics, and applicable licensing and accreditation standards, while representing Cherry Health’s mission in all actions and communications.

The LPN performs duties within the scope of their education and validated competencies, supports patient flow and clinical operations, and participates in care coordination, documentation, and quality improvement. The position may serve patients of all populations and requires compliance with applicable federal, state, and agency regulations and policies.

Requirements

• Associate degree or certification as an LPN.
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse license in the State of Michigan.
• BLS/CPR certification, with training according to license and/or certification requirements.
• Understanding of patients’ physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with and serve a diverse population in a self-motivated manner.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently under tight deadlines and high volumes.
• Working knowledge of computers and their applications.
• Bilingual skills may be required.
• One year of experience as an LPN with ambulatory care experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including extended sitting, standing, or walking; frequent telephone and computer use; and potentially bending, squatting, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Nice To Haves

• One year of LPN experience with ambulatory care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated duties within the scope of education and validated competencies.
• Assist with patient flow and clinical support functions, including scheduling appointments and managing external referrals as needed.
• Take and record vital signs.
• Prepare for and assist providers with examinations and procedures, and complete necessary cleanup.
• Obtain laboratory specimens, perform tests, and document results.
• Order and schedule laboratory tests.
• Administer medications according to Agency guidelines.
• Complete clinical documentation according to established Agency protocols.
• Participate in care coordination, including clinical data extraction and documentation at the direction of an RN or provider.
• Implement provider orders using established Agency protocols when applicable.
• Prepare patient charts by reviewing the population health management system, reviewing and updating incomplete orders and referrals, and gathering other necessary information, such as MAPS information.
• Record information in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Answer phone calls, gather information, and provide information to appropriate staff for direction.
• Conduct timely follow-up calls and provide education and instruction within scope of practice.
• Participate in assigned Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
• Adhere to Agency compliance standards, including those in the Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct, and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Keep current with applicable federal, state, and Agency regulations, laws, and policies as they change.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Loan repayment through the NHSC and Michigan State Loan Repayment Program for select roles.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families.
• For full-time employees, four weeks of paid time off per year.
• Eight full-day paid holidays and two half-day paid holidays.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer matching dollar-for-dollar up to 5%.
• MET and MESP 529 Savings Plans.
• Pet insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree