Licensed Practical Nurse – Decatur MOHA Position Available In DeKalb, Georgia

Job Description:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for nursingcare according to individual needs of the patient population withinthe rules and regulations of the Illinois Nurse Practice Act, andmanaging the operations of the office on a daily basis.

JobRelationshipsReports to the Operations ManagerPrincipalResponsibilities Interview for nursing history, assessment of health knowledgeand maintenance, and document findings in the medical record. Obtain medical information, chief complaints, vital signs anddiagnostic test results in preparation for physician examinationand documents in the medical record. Serve as a patient advocate by protecting patient rights andgive attention to complaints regarding service. Make referrals to other agencies or provides for continuity ofcare. Screen all patient problems either in person or by phone withthe resolution being advice or referral to physician. Give home care instruction for procedures and medications. Provide pre and postoperative instruction for specific surgicaland/or medical procedures. Document patient education in the medical record. Administer respiratory therapeutic treatments and documentaccording to policy. Administer irrigations such as foley catheter, enemas, earwash, and document results in medical record. Collect specimens including cultures and provide coding. Assist in the application of casts, remove casts, providepatient instruction and document in medical record. Perform procedures such as catheterization, suture removaldressing changes following Infection Control Policy and documentresults in medical record. Administer medications by all routes except IV blood & bloodproducts, IV push medications, chemotherapy, or adding medicationto existing IV infusions. (including Heparin) Assist the physician in the examination treatment of thepatient by handing instruments, providing dressings, preparingequipment, etc. according to Infection Control Policy. Orient new personnel to specialty. Provide emotional support and guidance to patients/family. May serve on the STAT Code Team. May serve as a Health Care Assistant according to hospitalpolicy. Demonstrate professionalism by adhering to performancestandards including dress code. Insure confidentiality for patients and staff. Maintain knowledge by attending appropriate education programs,reading current journals and literature, and documents for yearlyevaluation. Perform pre-certifications/referrals for insurance companies asnecessary. Schedule procedures/surgeries as needed. Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policyand procedures. Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training ∾complishments as required per policy. Provide excellent customer service and adhere to SpringfieldClinic’s Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards. Perform other job duties as assigned.

Education/Experience Educated as a LPN (LVN) by an approved program. May perform IV therapy following successful completion of anapproved course.

Licenses/Certificates Current licensure as a LPN in the state of Illinois. CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelinesrequired within 30 days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Assume accountability and responsibility for own practice andthat, which is delegated.

Working Environment Works in office setting during the hours the Clinic isavailable to patients/families. Sitting vs. standing averages to 50-50%. Minimal lifting requirements. Occasional lifting required fororthopedics, geriatrics and internal medicine.

PHI/PrivacyLevelHIPAA1Required Preferred Job Industries Other