Ambulatory LPN - Wound Care Center General - PRN

Stormont-Vail HealthCare

Topeka (KS)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 47,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Stormont Vail Health in Topeka, KS seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide professional nursing care in a clinic setting under supervision. You will support a multidisciplinary team, follow safety guidelines, and use the EMR system to document care.

The role emphasizes patient education, medication administration, and coordination of services such as labs and imaging, with non-exempt status and on-site work.

Qualifications

Clinic setting experience preferred.
Experience providing patient care preferred.
Knowledge of standard precautions and patient safety.

Responsibilities

Assist with patient check-in, examinations and procedures.
Administer prescribed medications and communicate with pharmacies per provider orders.
Triage patient calls and evaluate health status.

Skills

EMR proficiency

Patient communication

OSHA safety

Nursing documentation

KS Nurse Practice Act knowledge

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - KS

Tools

EMR system (Epic)

Job description

Position Status:

Shift:

Other (United States of America) Hours per week:

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Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

A Brief Overview

Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to provide professional nursing care, under supervision, for clinic patients. The delivery of professional nursing care at Stormont Vail Health is guided by Jean Watson's Theory of Human Caring and the theory of Shared governance, both of which are congruent with the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

Experience Qualifications

Experience in a clinic setting. Preferred
Experience providing patient care. Preferred

Skills and Abilities

Demonstrates consistent use of Standard Precautions and proper body mechanics and follows OSHA guidelines. (Required proficiency)
Demonstrates knowledge of the Kansas State Nurse Practice Act and follows the statutes and regulations therein. (Required proficiency)
Responsible for understanding and showing respect for patients' rights including confidentiality of patient information. (Required proficiency)
Demonstrates excellent understanding and use of the EMR. (Required proficiency)
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

Licensed Practical Nurse - KSBN A multistate license with the ability to practice within the State of Kansas is also accepted. Required
Basic Life Support - BLS Required within 90 days of hire.

What you will do

Assist with checking in, examinations and procedures.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments. Clarify medication orders and refills to pharmacies as directed by providers.
Triage patient telephone calls, evaluating the physical and psychosocial health status of the patient.
Coordinate patient services to include: lab tests, point of care testing, x-rays, diagnostic procedures, consults, home care, and acute care admissions.
Provide patient education regarding medications, lab tests, x-rays, and procedures. Notify patients of test results and provider disposition.
Document medical information using the appropriate electronic applications and/or forms.
Assess patient rooms and surrounding areas for safety issues. Remove hazards and make adjustments as indicated.
Utilize appropriate channels to communicate patient safety and patient care issues to appropriate parties.
Maintain cleanliness of equipment, examination, and treatment rooms.
Maintain exam rooms with necessary supplies and materials.
Participate in Patient Safety Rounds.
Adheres to infection control, emergency, safety, fire and disaster plans and policies, completing required initial training and updates per hospital policy.

Required for All Jobs

Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health
Performs other duties as assigned

Patient Facing Options

Position is Patient Facing

Remote Work Guidelines

Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.
Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.
Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.
Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.
Abide by Stormont Vail's Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.

Remote Work Capability