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BJC HealthCare
Staff LPN - Lead
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$56,280 / year median in Missouri
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Additional Information About the Role Come join our team as a full-time Staff LPN
- Lead with BJC Medical Group in Farmington, Missouri, this is a rare opportunity to join a great team!
Assigned tasks may include:
rooming patients, administration of medications in-office, initiating/discontinuing IV fluids and assisting with in-office medical procedures. This position serves as an experienced role model within the practice by supporting compliance, providing cross-training, ensuring efficient flow of daily operations with all patients and personnel while following practice protocols and procedures. Responsibilities Provides and monitors training and oversight of clinical personnel regarding their respective job functions and/or assumes the job responsibility for staff members who might need help or coverage with their assigned duties. Performs triage of incoming escalated patient requests. Monitors enforcement of HIPAA, CLIA, OSHA, Medication Management and Infection Prevention procedures for cleaning and sterilization of equipment or instruments. Acts as LPN/MA clinical subject matter expert to assist practice management in oversight of coverage and daily patient operations; ensures that clinical protocols and patient assessment guidelines are followed in accordance with standard operating procedures and applicable state regulations. Provides general nursing services to patients under the supervision of a physician or licensed provider, within the scope of practice for the LPN; Performs clinical skills, such as phlebotomy, EKGs, point of care testing and medication administration. Assists with medical office procedures and initiating/discontinuing IV fluids as directed. Appropriately documents patient assessment and treatment protocols in accordance with compliance standards; trains and performs various lab procedures according to set standards. BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job. Minimum Requirements Education High School Diploma or GED- Nursing Experience 2-5 years Licenses & Certifications LPN
- IV Cert Preferred Requirements Education Associate or Trade School Equi
- Nursing Supervisor Experience No Experience Benefits and Legal Statement BJC Total Rewards At BJC we're committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being. Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date Disability insurance
- paid for by BJC Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution 401(k) plan with BJC match Tuition Assistance available on first day BJC Institute for Learning and Development Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time Adoption assistance To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary .
- Not all benefits apply to all jobs The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer Qualifications:
Role Purpose The Lead Staff LPN Ambulatory is responsible for leading a team of Medical Assistants and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) in providing direct patient care under the direction of a physician or other licensed provider in an ambulatory care setting.Assigned tasks may include:
rooming patients, administration of medications in-office, initiating/discontinuing IV fluids and assisting with in-office medical procedures. This position serves as an experienced role model within the practice by supporting compliance, providing cross-training, ensuring efficient flow of daily operations with all patients and personnel while following practice protocols and procedures. Responsibilities Provides and monitors training and oversight of clinical personnel regarding their respective job functions and/or assumes the job responsibility for staff members who might need help or coverage with their assigned duties. Performs triage of incoming escalated patient requests. Monitors enforcement of HIPAA, CLIA, OSHA, Medication Management and Infection Prevention procedures for cleaning and sterilization of equipment or instruments. Acts as LPN/MA clinical subject matter expert to assist practice management in oversight of coverage and daily patient operations; ensures that clinical protocols and patient assessment guidelines are followed in accordance with standard operating procedures and applicable state regulations. Provides general nursing services to patients under the supervision of a physician or licensed provider, within the scope of practice for the LPN; Performs clinical skills, such as phlebotomy, EKGs, point of care testing and medication administration. Assists with medical office procedures and initiating/discontinuing IV fluids as directed. Appropriately documents patient assessment and treatment protocols in accordance with compliance standards; trains and performs various lab procedures according to set standards. BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job. Minimum Requirements Education High School Diploma or GED- Nursing Experience 2-5 years Licenses & Certifications LPN
- IV Cert Preferred Requirements Education Associate or Trade School Equi
- Nursing Supervisor Experience No Experience