Licensed Practical Nurse

Public Health Management Corporation; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 49,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Une organisation de santé publique reconnue recherche un Infirmier Praticien qualifié pour rejoindre son programme de répit médical. Dans ce rôle, vous fournirez des soins cliniques aux patients, superviserez le personnel auxiliaire et collaborerez au sein d'une équipe interdisciplinaire. Cette position offre un environnement dynamique favorisant l'engagement pour la santé de la communauté.

Qualifications

• Deux ans d'expérience souhaitée dans des établissements médicaux résidentiels.
• Expérience avec des personnes sans-abri ou problèmes de santé mentale.
• Compétence en logiciel comme Excel et Word.

Responsibilities

• Fournir des soins médicaux aux patients dans le programme de répit médical.
• Superviser et former les assistants infirmiers certifiés.
• Participer aux réunions de l'équipe interdisciplinaire.

Skills

Management skills

Documenting using Electronic Health Record

Advocacy and counseling skills

Problem-solving

Basic Math

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse Certification

Job description

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PHMC is proud to be a leader in public health. PHMC requires that all employees are fully COVID-19 vaccinated by the first day of employment. We will offer the Covid-19 vaccination at no cost, via our Health Centers.

Job Description:

We are seeking a compassionate and highly motivated Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing services in our medical respite program: Serenity Court located in North Philadelphia. The LPN will be responsible for providing clinical nursing supports and coordination of medical services for patients who reside in our medical respite program and provide training and supervision to the Certified Nursing Assistants on their shift. The LPN will be a part of the Interdisciplinary Team in which they will furnish services under the supervision of the Nurse Manager and in accordance with PHMC and the program’s policies and procedures.

Reports to: Nurse Manager

Shift: Openings on each shift, Monday through Friday (12a - 8a) Saturday and Sunday (8a-8p & 8p-8a)

Responsibilities:

• Records patient’s medical history
• Accurately records patient medications via the MARs.
• Takes and record measurements of blood pressure, vitals, temperature, heart rate etc.
• Observes patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.
• Completes initial medical and social intakes of new patients.
• Administers medications per physicians’ orders to the patients and monitors and documents the effectiveness of all medications.
• Assures the safety and comfort of all patients.
• Assists with the scheduling of medical appointments.
• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care for residents.
• Provides on-call supports on alternating weekends between respite Nurse Manager
• Participates in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings.
• Meal preparation if needed.
• Provides training and supervision to the Certified Nursing Assistants on their shift.
• Participates in professional trainings, webinars, etc.
• Maintains necessary licensures and certifications that is required for the job.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Nurse Manager.
  
  
  

Skills:

• Strong management skills
• Ability to document using the Electronic Health Record
• Ability to effectively use Excel, Outlook, Microsoft word as needed
• Ability to exercise effective advocacy and counseling skills
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms
• Ability to interact professionally with the public
• Functions well in a fast-paced environment and approached high stress situations appropriately
• Ability to multi-task and respond effectively to policy and procedural changes within the PHMC Network and Serenity Court medical respite program
• Ability to effectively problem-solve independently
• Manage detailed information efficiently and analyze facts and exercise sound judgment
• Ability to perform basic Math
• Understand English and follow oral and written instructions
• Use current software and computer applications
  
  
  

PHMC COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understands and adheres to PHMC compliance standards as they appear in the PHMC Code of Conduct, Whistle Blowers and Conflict of Interest Policies
• Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and PHMC regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified
• Comply with HIPAA and Confidentiality Policies and Procedures as they apply to the job
• Comply with Department of Public Health (DPH), The Joint Commission and other accreditation and regulatory agencies standards
• Adhere to all PHMC Policies and Procedures
• Knowledge and adherence to Infection Control and Environment of Care Guidelines and Procedures as described in the annual education module
  
  
  

Experience:

• Prior direct service experience with people experiencing homelessness and/or those with substance abuse or behavioral/mental health issues;
• Familiarity with the Social Determinants of Health;
• Two or more years of experience in residential medical facilities
  
  
  

Education Requirement:

• Licensed Practical Nurse Certification from an accredited college or university
  
  
  

Salary:

• Salary based on education and experience
  
  
  

PHMC is an Equal Opportunity or E-Verify Employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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