Urology LPN (Outpatient)

BHMG Lifespan Physician Group, Inc., d/b/a Brown Health Medical Group; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health in Providence, RI is seeking an LPN to provide patient care under the supervision of a site physician and to support the healthcare team with safe, effective nursing services.

Responsibilities include performing EKGs, pulmonary function tests, vaccine maintenance, and patient teaching, as well as participating in quality improvement activities and ongoing credentialing.

One to two years in a physician practice preferred. Pay range: $24.29–$40.07 per hour.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• LPN licensure in Rhode Island.
• Experience in a physician practice setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under supervision of a site physician.
• Lead and supervise ancillary personnel to ensure safe nursing care.
• Maintain vaccine records and perform routine nursing tests.
• Participate in site-based quality improvement and credentialing.

Skills

Nursing care

Team collaboration

Patient supervision

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing school

LPN licensure in Rhode Island

Job description

SUMMARY: Under direct supervision of physician(s), Nurse Supervisor (or designee) render nursing care to patients using a nursing process and in accordance with established organizational policies and procedures. Demonstrate consideration of the aging process throughout the life span of the patient, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

• Provides patient care under the supervision of a site physician(s).
• Provides leadership by delegating, supervising, and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family members and community services regarding the patient care outcome.
• Maintains vaccine records as mandated by the State.
• Performs EKG’s, pulmonary function tests, Holter monitors and other assorted medical testing.
• Access and provide appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.
• Participates in site-based quality improvement and research activities (if applicable).
• Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost-effective patient care.
• Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory safety/education and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.
• Identifies growth needs and participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.
• Maintains medical supply inventory.
• May answer phones, greet patients, collect co-pays, and schedule appointments.
• Serves as a role model and trains less experienced personnel.
• Demonstrates flexibility to perform duties wherever volume deems it necessary within the office.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• LPN licensure in the state of Rhode Island
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, which consideration of the aging process, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

One to two years of experience in a physician practice group setting.

Pay Range: $24.29-$40.07

EEO Statement: Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location: LPG-Providence-2 Dudley St - 2 Dudley St Providence, Rhode Island 02905

Work Type: M-F 8am -5pm

Work Shift: Day

Daily Hours: 8 hours

Driving Required: No

As Rhode Island's largest health system and private employer, Brown University Health is the state's premier provider of health services and includes the only Level I Trauma Center for southeastern New England.

Today, more than 20,000 people work at Brown University Health and bring their unique skills, experiences, and compassion to their jobs every day.

Formed in 1994, Brown University Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Providence, RI comprising three teaching hospitals of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University: Rhode Island Hospital and its Hasbro Children's; The Miriam Hospital; and Bradley Hospital, the nation's first psychiatric hospital for children; Newport Hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital and Morton Hospital, community hospitals offering a broad range of health services; Gateway Healthcare, the state’s largest provider of community behavioral health care; and Brown Health Medical Group, the largest multi-specialty practice in Rhode Island.

Brown University Health is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity of cultural background, race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and perspectives - we are actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve.

We are invested in creating a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment that supports the holistic well-being of our employees and their families.

Join us and help build a healthier future for our patients - and for yourself.

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