Job Summary:

Under the supervision of a physician, provides nursing care in a clinic environment. Organizes a safe, clean setting for patients during their clinic visits. Utilizes appropriate equipment and resources and supervises staff in the provision of clinic services and care. Committed to excellence through the continuous improvement of the quality of service delivered. Creates and maintains a culture to continuously improve patient and employee satisfaction. And able to perform all other duties assigned. Demonstrates Competency in the

Following Areas:

Assists physician with minor surgical procedure performed in the clinic Assesses and records patients' vital signs, blood pressure, pulse, temperature and respirations, weight and length measurements as appropriate for age as evidenced in chart review. Assists with and prepares patients for exams and procedures after assessing patients understanding and consent Obtains and accurately labels blood and urine samples. Tests blood and urine specimens as determined by experience and training and routes all other tests to prober laboratories. Administers medication and immunizations along with proper patient counseling as set forth in policies and procedures without incidence of adverse outcomes. Provides care appropriate for the neonate and the pediatric, adolescent and geriatric patients served based on demonstrated knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. Assesses and interprets data on neonate and the pediatric, adolescent and geriatric patients' status to identify patients' requirements relative to their age-specific needs and provides care needed as stipulated in departmental policy. Maintains a current inventory of supplies and periodically reviews the stock levels needed with the supervisor. Prior to examination obtains subjective information related to the patient's perception of health. Maintains exam rooms and laboratory in a same manner. Trains other LVNs. Attend periodic workshops/seminars to learn changes and get CEU's Practices Time Management Enters medications and drugs administered and any reaction into patient's medical record Identifies location of fire alarms and fire extinguishers in area Knows appropriate response to codes Able to locate MSDS Meets the patient's needs, regardless of whether or not the need is related to "your" specific area, maintaining a positive customer relations atmosphere Participates in Teamwork, assisting other departments/co-workers as necessary Demonstrates understanding of policies on ethics Frequently evaluates equipment to assure proper functioning. Applies or changes dressings as requested Cleans and sterilizes surgical instruments, labels the type of instrument and records the date. Instructs patients and family members regarding treatments and follow-up care

Professional Requirements:

Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean Maintains patient confidentiality at all times Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the facility, as well as the focus statement of the department

Regulatory Requirements:

High School graduate or equivalent. Graduate of an accredited School of Vocational Nursing.

Language Skills :

Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Additional languages preferred. Excellent customer services skills.

Experience:

Prior Work Experience:

Two years of Licensed Vocational Nursing experience. One year of clinic or supervisory experience preferred.

BENEFITS

Medical, Vision and Dental Plan Group Life Insurance Short Term and Long Term Disability Retirement Plan Personal Paid Time Off Sick Pay