LPN-Physician Office Nurse - Urgent Care-Shrewsbury
Company: Wellspan Health Services
Location: Shrewsbury
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
General SummaryProvides safe, therapeutic and efficient care and
services to patients. Functions as a member of the health care team
at an intermediate nursing level to assist in the planning and
implementation of patient care based upon sound nursing judgment,
clinical preparation, knowledge, skills and experience. Nursing
care is provided in accordance with the provisions of the
Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. In addition, serves as a
nursing resource for clinical staff and may serve as the key
clinical contact in the absence of the Clinical Coordinator by
providing support to clinical staff scheduling and competency
oversight of entry level clinicians.Duties and
ResponsibilitiesEssential Functions:Performs specialized
procedures, examinations and/or tests as ordered, such as
non-stress tests, assists with spinal taps, urinary
catheterization, diabetic foot exams, and insertion of IVs.In
collaboration with physician, provides extensive health education,
counseling and advice to patients and families on topics such as
life style changes, cholesterol lowering diets, diabetic control
etc. Effectively assesses patient educational needs, prioritizes
patient-s learning needs, identifies barriers to learning, develops
teaching plans, and uses various educational tools to activate the
non-compliant patient.Tracks, reviews and monitors follow-up of
diagnostic test results, under the direction of the provider.
Provides related education, counseling, ongoing review and
monitoring regarding diagnostic tests (i.e., INR results in
Anticoagulation Clinic) in collaboration with the provider. Assists
in the management of patient care between visits. (i.e., prenatal
care)Following defined protocols, independently assesses
patients/callers health status based upon presenting symptoms.
Determines the urgency for care and directs patient/caller to most
appropriate level of care, or an acceptable alternative venue for
care of patients with acute problems should access not be readily
available at the practice. Seeks provider advice
appropriately.Serves as a facilitator for Shared Medical
Appointments.Performs the responsibilities of the Physician Office
Clinician as outlined below:Obtains and documents reason for visit,
patient vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, weight,
respirations, pulse and BMI.Assists providers with examinations,
procedures and other processes related to direct patient
care.Collects specimens as directed by provider. Uses appropriate
equipment and protocols for collecting, handling, testing, and
preparing for transportation to lab including proper
identification, storage procedures and techniques.Assures all
patient care areas are adequately stocked with unexpired supplies
and medications.Prepares patients for scheduled procedures by
assuring patient is appropriately gowned and instruments and
supplies are set-up. Uses Universal Precautions. Sterilizes
instruments, equipment and supplies as required. Handles and stores
instruments, equipment and supplies appropriately.Arranges for
patients- ordered diagnostic and therapeutic services by completing
necessary paperwork and scheduling appointments.Maintains patient
records to ensure an accurate record of the patient-s medical
treatment.Prepares and administers vaccines, medications and
controlled substances/narcotics as prescribed by the provider and
as certified competencies permit. Asks prescribed screening
questions, identifies risks and contraindications, questions and
observes for appropriate responses.Documents and processes
prescription requests and refills per provider order.Common
Expectations:Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and
staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations;
learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will
lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors,
as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to
standardize processes and 'error proof' systems that will lead to
increased safety; and participating in safety education programs
and root cause analyses as required.Maintains established policies
and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety,
environmental and infection control standards.Maintains the
cleanliness of work areas as required.Maintains professional growth
and development.Provides outstanding service to all customers;
fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through
improvement and innovation.Responsible for the care and maintenance
of clinical equipment and supplies.Enters and/or retrieves data
from established computer files using knowledge of various computer
software applications.Attends meetings as required.Required for All
Jobs:Performs other related duties as identified.WellSpan Health
has adopted and implemented a compliance program to support
WellSpan's values and standards for professionalism, integrity, and
ethics. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of
the organization and the performance expectations of the job, the
department, and the compliance program.WellSpan Health has adopted
and implemented a privacy program to safeguard the patient
information and the business and operational information of the
organization. Expected to support and meet the values and standards
of the organization to safeguard patient and business/operational
information.The above statements are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work being performed. They are not
intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so
classified.Physical Demands:Standing - FrequentlyWalking -
FrequentlySitting - OccasionallyCarrying/Lifting - Occasionally
(50lbs)Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally (50lbs)Kneeling/Crouching -
OccasionallyReaching - OccasionallyTalking - FrequentlyHearing -
FrequentlyRepetitive Motions - OccasionallyEye/Hand/Foot
Coordination - OccasionallyWorking Environment:Occupational Hazards
- OccasionallyBloodborne Pathogen - ExposureQualificationsMinimum
Education:Associates Degree Accredited LPN program. Required
orDiploma Program Accredited LPN program. RequiredWork Experience:1
year Clinical nursing experience. RequiredLicenses:Licensed
Practical Nurse Upon Hire Required orLicensed Practical Nurse Multi
State License Upon Hire Required andBasic Life Support Upon Hire
RequiredKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Excellent
interpersonal/communications skills.Models team work.Self-motivated
and dependable.Able to work independently.Employment
BenefitsSign-on incentives for new employeesMedical, dental and
vision insuranceLife and accidental death insuranceSupplemental
life insuranceRetirement savings planPaid time off (PTO)PTO
bridgingShort-term disabilityEducational assistanceForgivable
loanFlexible spendingCredit unionEmployee recreational
activitiesChildcareComplimentary medicine discountsby Jobble
Keywords: Wellspan Health Services, Bel Air South , LPN-Physician Office Nurse - Urgent Care-Shrewsbury, Healthcare , Shrewsbury, Maryland
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