Tamarack Family Medicine
Licensed Practical Nurse
Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse
Department: Nursing
Immediate Supervisor Title: Practice Administrator, Managing Physicians
Job Supervisory Responsibilities: None
General Summary: A nonexempt position responsible for nursing care , patient education and clinical support to medical office practitioners within scope outlined by the Vermont State Board of Nursing and Vermont Statutes.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
- Obtains, verifies, and records health history of patients. Gathers pertinent health data through physical assessments and biological samples. Collects specimens for laboratory analysis.
- Provides basic patient care as ordered. Administers medications and treatments as directed. Assists other health care professionals in performing exams, diagnostic procedures and treatments and minor medical procedures. Adheres to infection control/safety guidelines and confidentiality policies.
- Coordinate and assist in arranging for any medications, laboratory/diagnostic testing and specialty referrals as directed.
- Complete pharmacy medication renewals and lab test ordering as directed by medical practitioner.
- Instruct and prepare patient, assemble equipment and assist provider for procedures and routine exams as appropriate.
- Participate in and manage, as appropriate, communication with other providers and organizations regarding patient orders and/or directives.
- Provide injections, medication administration and intravenous therapy as ordered and utilizing the five rights of medication administration.
- Maintain necessary skills and knowledge to obtain and maintain integrity in the collection, storage, packaging, labeling, and transportation of specimens to the lab, following Universal Precaution guidelines
- Follow CLIA guidelines for laboratory management
- Clean examination/procedure rooms, bathrooms and equipment as appropriate and
necessary
11. Wash, package equipment for sterilization and store instruments
12. Assist administrative staff as needed and able with scheduling patients, answering telephones and medical record management
13. Assist with new employee training and on-going training for staff
14. Collaborate with our team to meet requirements of the Patient Centered Medical Home.
15. This is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned as deemed necessary. Job description may be edited as needed.
Education: High school diploma. Graduation from an approved practical nursing program.
Experience: Clinic experience preferred, but will provide on-site training.
Other Requirements: State-licensed practical nurse, current CPR certification.
Performance Requirements:
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology. Familiarity with health care systems, regulations, policies, and functions. Understanding of documentation standards.
- Knowledge of equipment, supplies, and materials needed for medical treatment. Understanding of basic laboratory procedures including preparation and screening.
- Knowledge of infectious disease management and control and safety standards.
Skills:
- Skill in reading and following written and oral medical orders.
- Skill in initiating appropriate emergency procedures.
- Skill in handling a number of tasks simultaneously.
Abilities:
- Ability to use manual dexterity to perform medical treatments.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and diverse patient populations.
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations for drug dosages.
Equipment Operated: Standard nursing equipment and supplies including stethoscope, echocardiography (EKG) machine, ear-washing instruments, blood pressure cuff, speculums, nebulizer, strep test, urinalysis, urine pregnancy test and other nursing items. May involve use of walkers, wheelchairs, pulse oximetry, and oxygen tanks. Electronic medical health records.
Work Environment: Medical exam and treatment rooms and medical offices. Environmental setting –lighting, temperature, air quality, and acoustics—controlled.
Mental/Physical Requirements: Occasional exposure to communicable diseases and biohazards. Daily standing, squatting, walking, bending, and maneuvering. Work may include occasional pushing, pulling, or carrying objects weighing approximately 50 pounds such as files, documents, equipment and supplies. May require lifting up to 50 pounds to transfer/turn patient with/without assistive devices. Stress can be triggered by workload and difficult patients.
This job description doesn’t constitute a contract of employment and Tamarack Family Medicine may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.
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Created: 09/01/2019
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $22.00 – $36.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
COVID-19 considerations:
Currently all staff and patients are required to wear a mask while in the building. Patient rooms are wiped down after patient use.
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Morrisville, VT 05661: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
License/Certification:
- state nursing license (Required)
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- LPN (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
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