LPN Coordinator

SPPA Monroe

Saint Peter's is the 5th hospital worldwide to earn Magnet status SIX times in a row. Our team of award-winning nurses is growing, and we are looking for talented, compassionate RNs to join our team.

The LPN Coordinator will:

• Participate in data collection related to patient status and needs, as appropriate to the ages of the patients, growth and development through the life cycle (Adults, Geriatrics). Interview patients and gathers identifying data and health history. Observe and report emergency information to the Physician immediately and on an ongoing basis throughout the visit. Document all pertinent information in the medical record. Consistently document all aspects of patient care in a clear, concise and legible manner. Consistently document information in a chronological order at time of occurrence.
• Provide direct patient care within scope of practice to ensure implementation of the Plan of Care. Consistently perform all nursing interventions on assigned patients, unless exceptions are discussed with the Physician. Consistently and willingly assist other team members in providing care to patients. Implement care considering growth and development factors appropriate to the age of the patient (Adults, Geriatrics). Inform and instruct patient/significant others on patient’s health/illness state and Discharge Instructions. Communicate all routines and health-related procedures performed to patient/significant others, as appropriate to the ages of the patient's growth and development through the life cycle factors (Adults, Geriatrics). Document patient/significant other’s response to patient teaching. Reinforce techniques/information provided by APN and providers needed for home care.
• Be knowledgeable of and initiate emergency procedures. Initiate and carry out appropriate interventions in the event of a cardiopulmonary arrest, as appropriate to the ages of the patient's growth and development through the life cycle factors (Adults, Geriatrics). Verbalize knowledge of location and use of emergency equipment and disaster plan. Check emergency equipment and controlled substance records in accordance with established policies. Consistently report faulty/missing equipment upon discovery and replaces when indicated. Maintain supplies and equipment report all necessary information and/or unusual occurrences in accordance with established policies and procedures. Complete incident reports immediately in all required in situations. Consistently notify appropriate immediate supervisor of unusual and/or urgent occurrences when they develop. Report actions of others which negatively impact patient care when appropriate.
• Administer medications in accordance with established Saint Peter’s Healthcare System guidelines. Administer correct medications/dosage/route to identified patient. Report medication errors as soon as discovered. Monitor and document adverse reactions to medications. Comply with controlled substance records in accordance with established policy. Demonstrate, knowledge/purpose of medication. Document medication administration appropriately in the medical record. Administer medications considering safety and effectiveness of medications relative to the patient’s age-related factors (Adults, Geriatrics). Maintain patient safety, comfort and cleanliness. Identify patient and medical record with accuracy before administering care as evidenced by absence of documented errors related to misidentification. Consistently evaluate patient’s capacity to safeguard self-prior to administering care and provide assistance as needed. Adhere to techniques outlined in Universal Precautions policy.
• Demonstrate competency in performing all procedures within scope of practice and requirements for position, as appropriate to the ages of the patient's growth and development through the life cycle factors (Adults, Geriatrics), and an understanding of the range of treatment needed by these patients. Accurately take and record vital signs. Accurately obtain and document weight. Change dressing in accordance with established procedure unless instructed otherwise. Obtain and test specimens within shift as directed in accordance with established procedure. Perform all procedures outlined in Clinical Procedure Manual within area of responsibility in accordance with established specifications within specified timeframes. Assist with all treatments/procedures as requested by APN and/or physician. Seek assistance in performing procedures which require clarification or additional training.
• Participate in staff development and educational activities. Demonstrate competency, knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to specific age-related populations (Adults, Geriatrics). Maintain BLS certification an annual basis. Attend all mandatory in-service updates on an annual basis as evidenced by review of attendance rosters and/or communication validation tool (such as fire/safety and infection control). Attend a minimum of four (4) continuing education programs on an annual basis as evidenced by review of attendance rosters. Serve productively in Hospital/Divisional Unit organization. Attend Staff meetings unless excused or off-duty as evidenced by review of attendance rosters and communication validation tool. Review posted information as evidenced by signatures on communication validation tool. Communicate outcomes of committee meetings to appropriate personnel. Provide input into annual Unit goals and objectives.
• Function in a lead role for non-provider clinical staff and serves as a resource for overall day to day clinical operations including patient flow, patient satisfaction, ordering, stocking of supplies and communication. Be responsible for medical assistant assignments, ensuring all areas are appropriately resourced and troubleshooting for unplanned employee absence. Work with medical assistant staff to streamline the patient flow by prioritizing patients on arrival according to their scheduled appointments. Direct patients to the appropriate area, and triages to physicians as needed. Ensure staff consistently practices good hand off communication to appropriate personnel before breaks, lunch and at the end of each shift.
• Evaluate competencies of medical assistants on an annual basis and as needed for any supportive reeducation. Ensure medical assistant staff are adequately taking and recording height, weight, blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and documenting clinical information into the EMR. Evaluate medical assistant phlebotomy skills, ensuring proper handling and procurement of specimens, including point of care testing, specimen centrifuge, packaging and delivery of specimens. Evaluate competencies for administration of vaccines, PPD placement, and simple office procedures including EKG.
• Train all new medical assistants on EMR, practice policies/procedures, patient flow through direct observation during training cycle. Serve as a resource for other office locations for training, observed competencies and coverage. Work collaboratively with Registration staff to troubleshoot any issues with patient flow, follow up appointments, and triage calls.
  
  

• Graduate of an accredited Practical School of Nursing.
• Possession of a valid registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience working in a medical practice, fluent with medical terminology, and data entry in healthcare.
• BLS Certification required, as approved by the American Heart Association.