Licensed Practical Nurse Level 1
Company: CAN Community Health
Location: Saint Petersburg
Posted on: January 24, 2025
Job Description:
Description:Statement of Purpose: This position is responsible
for the provision of nursing care under the direct responsibility
of a Medical Provider (MD, PA, APRN), and Registered Nurse (RN).
Works as part of a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient
quality of life through the provision of basic nursing care to
patients.Career Path:Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) and Licensed
Vocational Nurses (LVN) manage a varying degree of skill and work
depending on their certifications, community engagement
participation, and participation in CAN sanctioned specialty roles
or committees. There are three LPN and LVN levels: LPN 1/LVN 1, LPN
2/LVN 2, and LPN 3/LVN 3. A level and salary are assigned based on
their participation, skill level, experience, and education. An
LPN/LVN can directly affect their career path (level) based on
their work to increase the size and scope of their participation in
activities and skill development. Levels are reviewed at minimum
annually as part of the annual review/merit cycle.Essential
Functions:
- Promotes and practices CAN Community Health Inc's mission,
vision, guiding principles, and values and follows its policies and
procedures.
- Ensures confidentiality is maintained regarding patient/client
information in accordance with HIPAA, professional and departmental
standards.
- Performs patient triage including the assessment of vital signs
and measurement of anthropometric measures, history taking, and
reviews patient chart to ensure all necessary documentation is
present, current, and complete to facilitate provider visit and
documents them accordingly in the EMR.
- Processes medication refills per medical provider's order and
in compliance with CAN Medication refill and EMR Policies.
- Performs venipuncture, obtains specimens, and processes these
according to laboratory specific requirements.
- Performs care team intake procedures under the responsibility
of the Registered Nurse.
- Performs intravenous catheterization and administers
intravenous fluids and medications per medical provider order, upon
completion of IV Infusion Certification.
- Practices safety, environmental, and/or infection control
methods according to established protocols and procedures.
- Documents all patient care in an accurate and timely manner,
and ensures compliance with grant requirements (340B, HRSA, Ryan
White).
- Requests diagnostic test results from external laboratories
and/or other health care providers.
- Provides assistance with referrals and coordinates services
with other departments, healthcare facilities, organizations, and
federal and local programs.
- Maintains and promotes confidentiality and HIPAA standards
regarding patients and/or family in accordance with professional
and departmental standards.
- Maintains and stocks inventory of clinical supplies,
medications (including samples), and vaccines, and completes the
necessary logs per CAN policies and procedures.
- Delegates tasks to MAs, Phlebotomists, and support staff as
needed and follows up to ensure these are completed
effectively.
- Adheres to ethical and legal standards of professional nursing
practice.
- Maintains nursing licensure up-to-date and in compliance with
state and regulatory requirements.
- Continues professional training and education to advance
knowledge and skills of HIV/AIDS, STIs and other topics related to
the care of CAN mission patients.
- Participates in continuous quality assurance and safety
compliance activities as delegated by nurse manager, practice
administrator.
- Supports quality program processes and objectives; participates
in local quality team as assigned.
- Utilizes resources and supplies in a cost-effective
manner.
- Demonstrates courtesy, compassion, professionalism, and respect
in all interpersonal relationships with CAN patients, clients,
staff, and visitors.
- Participates and strives to achieve assigned Annual Performance
Objectives as established by CAN leadership.
- Continuously demonstrates clinical competency with nursing
skills and safety procedures and utilizes universal precautions
where appropriate.
Requirements:Education/Professional:
- LPN/ LVN graduate of an accredited school of nursing currently
licensed to practice in the state where clinic is located.
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (CPR) Certification
Competencies:
- Communication - Maintains strong interpersonal and
communication skills while working with patients, visitors, and
clinical team.
- Computer Skills - Proficient ability to use a computer and
electronic medical record. Possess the ability to learn and utilize
computer software programs.
- Confidentiality - Maintain patient, team member, and employer
confidentiality. Comply with all HIPAA regulations.
- Competent nursing skills - Ability to perform basic nursing
skills safely and effectively.
- Customer Service Oriented - Friendly, cheerful, and helpful to
patients and others. Ability to meet patients' and others' needs
while following CAN policies and procedures.
- Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute
details of a project or task.
- Adaptability/Flexibility - Ability to adapt easily to changing
conditions and work responsibilities.
- Interpersonal Skills - Display a positive attitude and is a
positive agent for change.
- Teamwork - Work as part of a team and collaborate with
co-workers.
- Problem-solving/Decision Making- Ability to identify problems
and make decisions under stressful situations.
- Time management - Ability to work effectively, be organized,
and perform multiple tasks simultaneously and meet required
deadlines.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:Knowledge:
- Knowledge of HIV/STI/Hep C documentation protocols.
- Knowledge of local, federal, department, and OSHA/Stericycle
rules, regulations, and mandates.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, medications, and
accepted treatment practices.
- Knowledge of patient evaluation and triage procedures.
- Understanding of health care technology, equipment, and
supplies.
- Familiarity with state law on nursing care, nurse practice
guidelines, and clinic policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of chart/medical record documentation requirements
and federal/state laws related to release of health care
information.
- Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to
establish/maintain a safe work environment.Skills:
- Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods, and
techniques of nursing to provide ongoing patient care.
- Skill in time management, problem solving, multitasking,
prioritizing, and nursing care.
- Skill in initiating appropriate crisis interventions and
emergency response.
- Skill in patient triage in person, on the phone, or via
telehealth.
- Skill in preparing/maintaining records, writing reports and
responding to correspondence.
Abilities:
- Ability to read and interpret providers' notes and medication
orders.
- Ability to calculate and administer drug dosages, injections,
and measure results.
- Ability to maintain quality control and safety standards.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency
situations.
- Ability to communicate clearly in a professional manner.
- Ability to apply principles of health promotion and disease
prevention.
- Able to work with all members of the interdisciplinary team in
a team environment.
Work Environment:
This position requires the use of standard nursing equipment and
supplies including medical equipment and devices such as vital
signs monitors, pulse oximeters, glucose monitors, in-clinic
testing analyzers, EKG machines, AED machines, and oxygen tanks.
May involve use of patient assistive devices such as walkers, or
wheelchairs. Also requires the use of a computer, and other
standard office equipment such as telephones, photocopiers,
scanners, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Physical
Requirements:
- Neat, professional appearance.
- Exert up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs.
of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to
lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the
human body. Involves sitting, walking, and standing for periods of
time.
- Requires expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken
word, visual and auditory acuity.Position Type/Expected Hours of
Work:This position may require additional time above normal
operating hours and on occasion weekend work.Travel:Travel is
primarily during the business day, although some out-of-area and
overnight travel may be expected. Must be able to operate a motor
vehicle and have valid insurance and driver's license.Other
Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or
contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or
responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time
with or without notice. Responsible To: Practice Administrator /
Nurse Manager
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Keywords: CAN Community Health, St. Petersburg , Licensed Practical Nurse Level 1, Healthcare , Saint Petersburg, Florida
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