LPN

Rural Health Services Consortium Of Upper East Tennessee Inc; Mountain City (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Rural Health Services Consortium Of Upper East Tennessee Inc in Mountain City, TN is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care in a primary care setting. The role emphasizes accurate data collection, medication administration, immunizations, and thorough documentation to support patient outcomes.

The LPN will work under the supervision of the Senior Site Supervisor and Director of Nursing, ensuring care that respects patient rights and safety in a multicultural

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited practical or vocational nursing program.
• Current state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Experience in primary care preferred.
• Phlebotomy and vaccination experience may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to patients as assigned and qualified.
• Assess and review care to ensure maximum patient outcomes.
• Provide counsel and support to patients and families.
• Complete patient charting and ensure records are current.
• Attend seminars and maintain licensure requirements.
• Participate in quality strategies to evaluate standards and outcomes.
• Prepare clinic rooms with supplies and equipment.
• Administer immunizations according to guidelines.
• Clean and disinfect equipment and supplies.
• Notify patients of results, appointments, and medications.
• Assist with IV therapy if certified.

Skills

Patient care

Data collection

Medication administration

Documentation

Immunization administration

Phlebotomy

Education

LPN program completion

Tools

Medical devices

Job description

POSITION SUMMARYProvides relevant nursing care in a primary care setting. Nursing care is provided under the guidance and supervision of the Senior Site Supervisor and/or Director of Nursing and/or Assistant Director of Nursing. Responsibilities include collection of data, administration of medications and treatments, and documentation of care provided.(OPTIONAL)Age of PatientThe individual in the job provides direct patient care for what age of patient?Neonate-Toddler (0-3) __X___Pediatric (4 – 12) __X__Adolescent (13 – 20) __X__Adult (21 – 64) __X__Geriatric (65+) __X__PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIESAchieve Results1. Improve patient outcomes, and deliver quality care within practice areas as assigned. Ensure all clinical care is delivered in a manner that meets or exceeds goals and expectations for clinical outcomes, quality assurance standards, and patient satisfaction.2. Ensures timely and accurate collection of patient data, and makes observations on assigned patients to provide supportive data in the patient assessment.3. Promotes attainment of specified goals through health education to patients/families.4. Provides service in a manner that is appropriate for the patient’s age; demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to meet the patient’s physical, psychosocial, educational and safety needs.5. Ensure all patient charts and related documentation are maintained current and relevant at all time.Operational Excellence6. Ensure all care and nursing practices are conducted consistent within current, relevant standards, as well as state and local laws and regulations, Bureau of Primary Health Care and related professional standards.7. Demonstrate competency in practice and knowledge of current standards of practice. Maintains credentials and performs current nursing practice expectations within established guidelines.8. Provides care in a manner that respects the patient’s rights and choices in a multi-cultural setting.Relationships9. Develops and maintains favorable internal relationships, partnerships with co-workers, nursing staff, physicians and business office staff.Stewardship and Professionalism10. Ensure all actions, job performance, personal conduct and communications represent the organization in a highly professional manner at all times.11. Uphold and ensure compliance and attention to all corporate policies and procedures as well as the overall mission and values of the organization.PRIMARY TASKS & DUTIES1. Provide direct care to patients as assigned and qualified to perform, (e.g. history, life cycle, etc.)2. Assess and review care to ensure maximum patient outcomes.3. Provide counsel, support, advice, and support to patients and their families.4. Complete all patient charting, and ensure all patient records are current and complete5. Attend seminars and maintain all licensure requirements for continuing education and best practices.6. Participates in quality strategies to evaluate compliance with standards and to identify opportunities to improve patient outcomes.7. Prepare clinic rooms to assure they are stocked with necessary supplies, equipment, etc.8. Administer immunizations according to VFC CDC and RHSC guidelines.9. Cleans and disinfect equipment and supplies according to established guidelines.10. Notify patient of results, appointments, medications, etc. as directed by the physician.11. Initiates intravenous fluids per physician orders if certified in IV therapy.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/ KEY COMPETENCIES Demonstrate a high level of skill at building relationships and customer service. Demonstrate interpersonal savvy and influence skills in managing difficult clients and patients. Demonstrate high degree of knowledge and competency in the practice of medicine and associated charting requirements. Requisite skills and ability to perform certain medical tasks as assigned. Demonstrate a high level of problem solving skill to better serve patients and staff. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to utilize computers for data entry and information retrieval. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to implement, and evaluate operational and administrative processes. Participates in training, assigned duties and meetings as required for Health Disparities Collaborative, PCMH and NCQA accreditation. Other duties may be assigned.POSITION REQUIREMENTSEducation Graduation from an accredited practical or vocational nursing program. Current, relevant state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.Experience Demonstrated success in working within the health care arena, preferably in a primary care facility. Demonstrated success in managing difficult patient situations. Significant knowledge of medical practices and procedures in a primary care environment. Demonstrated success and experience with direct patient services (e.g., phlebotomy) and the proper knowledge and use of medical devices and equipment.Physical/ Environmental Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact. Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials. Exposure to excessive heat or cold as required. Ability to react quickly to emergency situations. Handling or administering of narcotics by provider’s orders. Ability to read and write to communicate orally and in writing with other individuals. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs., without assistance and push and pull up to 250 lbs. with assistance. Ability to sit in one place, stand, walk, squat, knell, reach, twist, crawl and bend throughout the shift. Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motion, as well as using hands for gripping and squeezing. Ability to use hands and feet together for repetitive coordinated motions. Good hand-eye coordination.