Clinic LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) - Orthopedics

Samaritan Health Services; Newport (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Health Services in Newport, Oregon seeks a licensed practical nurse to support orthopedic clinicians and care teams. You will assist practitioners in procedures, handle telephone prescription orders and test results, and maintain patient records under the supervision of SHS practitioners and the Clinic Supervisor.

The role emphasizes safe nursing care and close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, with opportunities to gain Lab/EKG experience and expand responsibilities within

Qualifications

• Current unencumbered Oregon LPN licensure.
• Healthcare Provider BLS required upon hire.
• Previous clinical experience preferred.
• Lab/EKG experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists practitioner in procedures, processes telephone prescription orders/refills, maintains patient records, and relays test results within scope of practice.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Team Collaboration

Medical Terminology

Flexibility

Education

LPN license (Oregon)

Job description

Summary

This position will receive an hourly differential (additional compensation) in addition to the base hourly rate.

Occasionally

• JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
  • Assists practitioner in performance of procedures, telephone prescription orders/refills, maintaining patient record and relaying test results. Provides safe and quality nursing care under the direction of SHS practitioners and the Clinic Supervisor within scope of practice.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

• SHS Orthopedic Surgeons offer specialized trauma care for a variety of fractures, casting, surgery, and splinting. We also offer joint replacement, foot and ankle care, carpal tunnel surgery, and injections as well as fracture care.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

• Current unencumbered Oregon Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure required.
• Healthcare Provider BLS required upon hire.
• Previous experience in a clinical setting preferred.
• Lab/EKG experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Patient Care - Possess the skills and knowledge needed to assist and care for others. Ability to recognize symptoms, drug properties and interactions, treatments, and preventive health-care measures within scope of practice.
• Adaptability/Flexibility - Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to situations that may arise with high risk or diverse patient populations. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to patients.
• Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
• Team Building - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
• Medical Terminology - Knowledge of medical records, procedures and terminology. Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Social Perceptiveness - Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Rarely (1 - 10% of the time)

(11 - 33% of the time)

Frequently

(34 - 66% of the time)

Continually

(67 - 100% of the time)

• WALK - INCLINE
• LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs
• LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs
• PULL (0-20 pounds force)
• CLIMB - STAIRS
• LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs
• LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs
• LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
• LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
• SQUAT Repetitive
• KNEEL (on knees)
• REACH - Upward
• SIT
• WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
• LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
• SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)
• ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
• ROTATE TRUNK Standing
• FINGER DEXTERITY
• PINCH Fingers
• CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
• CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
• MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
• STAND
• BEND FORWARD at waist
• REACH - Forward
• GRASP Hand/Fist
• PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
• PUSH (20-40 pounds force)
• PUSH (40-60 pounds force)
• PUSH (60 or more pounds force)