Dialysis Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse Position

3 weeks ago

Huntsville, Alabama, United States FRESENIUS MEDICAL CENTER Full time

Purpose and Scope:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will assist physicians with patient care and follow-up, providing direct and indirect patient care in a clinical setting. Key responsibilities include interviewing patients, obtaining vital signs, preparing patients for exams, and assisting physicians with patient exams and/or treatment. The LPN will also be responsible for charting and clerical work, including overseeing phone prescriptions and refills to pharmacies, and performing triage with patient phone calls to identify emergent and non-emergent situations.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Administer prescribed medications and treatment in accordance with nursing standards and clinic policy.
  • Complete specific competency skills checklist required for job roles.
  • Participate in preparing patients for clinic appointments.
  • Administer direct hands-on patient care under the supervision/direction of supervising provider/registered nurse.
  • Obtain a complete set of vital signs, including a pain score, at each visit.
  • Ensure patient flow is timely and accurate throughout the clinic.
  • Review and document patient medications.
  • Check equipment daily to ensure accurate functioning.
  • Obtain blood samples as ordered by physician.
  • Prep charts in advance of patient office/nurse only visit, ensuring the chart is current on all ordered scans, lab work, physician notes, and hospital admit and discharge summaries.
  • Monitor incoming phone calls, addressing and resolving voicemail messages within two hours of receipt.
  • Ensure clinic area is professionally maintained, with acceptable stocking levels.
  • Assist with disinfecting chairs/exam rooms between patients.
  • Assist clinic staff in scheduling patient appointments.
  • Communicate with authorization staff and appointment schedulers.
  • Provide appointment sheets for patients to know when next appointments are.
  • Direct patients to reception staff to schedule office visits with physicians.
  • Administer injections within scope of LPN license.
  • Ensure next appointments are scheduled and patient is aware.
  • Document all activities completed within the patient's medical record.
  • Administer intravenous medication in accordance with physician orders and state nurse practice laws.
  • Ensure all blood spills are immediately addressed according to FMCNA Bloodborne Pathogen Control Policies.
  • Operate emergency equipment effectively and efficiently in accordance with standard operation procedures.
  • Participate in staff meetings and training as scheduled.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

  • The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
  • Day-to-day work includes desk and computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, physicians, and the public.
  • This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and walking. The employee must be able to bend, stoop, and stretch. Ability to reach by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction. Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example using a keyboard. Vision and hearing within normal parameters to perform job requirements.
  • Occasional pressure due to multiple phone calls and patient scheduling.
  • The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit, and Corporate meetings may be required.

Education:

  • Bachelor's Degree required from an accredited School of Practical Nursing (LPN, LVN).
  • Current state LPN License.
  • Current BLS certification or recertification within 3 months of hire.

Experience and Required Skills:

  • 2-4 years' related experience.
  • 1-3 years' experience in a clinical setting preferred.
  • Ability to operate basic office equipment such as telephones, computers, fax, and copy machines.
  • Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with staff, physicians, visitors, vendors, patients, and the general public in a tactful, diplomatic, and pleasant manner.
  • Advanced interpersonal skills and ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations and retain confidentiality.
  • Must be capable of clear and timely written/verbal communication with peers, professional staff, physicians, and management.
  • Must be organized, a self-starter, and must have a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to complete assignments individually.
  • Must have good working knowledge of computer systems with emphasis on Word, Excel, billing systems, and other programs related to the position.

Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

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