Licensed Practical Nurse

4 weeks ago

Cedar Falls, Iowa, United States UnityPoint Health Full time
Overview

Licensed Practical Nurse

Cedar Falls, IA

4 (10) HR days, or 5 (8HR) days

Full Time Benefits

$3,000 Sign On Bonus, if external

Under the direction of a health care provider, responsible for providing direct care to employees and other personnel who become ill and/or are injured on company property as well as pre-employment screening. Assist provider with employment and surveillance examinations. Communicate effectively with other peers for continuity of care; patients for injury care instruction; and other in personnel and safety with a need to know.

Why UnityPoint Health?

  • Commitment to our Team – For the third consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
  • Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
  • Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
  • Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a
  • remarkable employment experience.
  • Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

Visit to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.

Responsibilities

Clinical Excellence/Patient Care
• Obtain information to assist provider and referral specialist with patient referrals; complete appropriate forms or requisitions required for referrals or lab testing.
• Assist in case management initiation and follow-up.
• Accurately and promptly implement physicians' orders.
• Function as a clinician, educator, and resource for patients within their specialty of care and assist providers with office procedures.
• Draw and collect blood and other samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Conduct pulmonary function testing, drug testing, vision testing, hearing testing, immunization delivery and spirometry testing.
• Properly use office and medical equipment such as: computer, spirometer, audiometer, fax machine, multi-stage copiers and telephones.
• Practice reflects knowledge of CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, DOT and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding occupational medicine and healthcare.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee medical records on computer and written as needed.
• Provide appropriate and timely documentation in the patient's electronic health record using standardized workflows and processes.
• Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service by striving to exceed customer expectations.
• Telephone triage, as directed by an RN or provider, to provide and document advice for home care of illness/condition; conducting follow-up phone calls regarding patient's health and progress as necessary.
• Collaborates with team to ensure adherence to multiple client protocols and services.
• Clinical setting may include area companies, including coordinating and scheduling of client services and screenings, as well as helping to assess client requests in collaboration with UPHaW leadership.Development and Patient Education
• Be aware of what is happening in clinic/department and the organization by attending clinic/department meetings, reading emails and regularly checking information on the organization's intranet site.
• Demonstrate initiative to improve quality and customer service by striving to exceed customer expectations.
• Act as a consultant both within the organization and to outside agencies or groups.
• Based on care setting, may develop, present, train, and facilitate educational classes for client companies.
• Partner with colleagues and UPHaW leaders to assess and advocate for expanding of services, and retention of current client or customer base.
• Perform other duties as requested by leader to facilitate the smooth and effective operations of the office. Basic UPH Performance Criteria
• Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.
• Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.
• Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.
• Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.
• Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.
• Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.

Qualifications

Education

Graduate of accredited program for Licensed Practical Nurses.

License(s)/Certification(s)

Current valid license(s) in state practicing in good standing as Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

Current CPR Certification

Certification in Hearing conservation (CAOHC) and NIOSH approved spirometry training or within one year.

If performing client-based services, Chauffer's license required, which can be obtained within 6 months of hire, and must meet eligibility requirements of fleet policy.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities


• High level of professionalism
• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to adapt
• Strong relationship management
• Teamwork, Collaboration, Flexibility
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills

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