Description

As a socially responsible health care employer and provider, we require our associates to show proof of annual influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations unless approved exemption is provided. 

Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio is seeking a full-time (37.5 Hours) Licensed Practical Nurse to join us at our Franklinton Health Center. This candidate is passionate about serving marginalized and medically underserved populations. 

Come make a big impact with a mission driven organization that believes deeply in providing accessible and equitable care for all people. Planned Parenthood is committed to breaking down barriers to care including being available for some evening and weekend (Saturdays) hours.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• A passion to care for medically underserved and marginalized communities.
• A commitment to health equity and respecting and honoring all people.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Minimum of 4 years clinical experience required; outpatient/office OBGYN experience preferred.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Provide appropriate and accurate client education, including medication education to clients for prescribed medications, and self-injection training.
• Administer medication under the direction of the Advanced Practice Nurse according to scope of practice or licensure.
• Respond to telephone calls, questions related to client care concerns requiring nursing judgment, respond to InBasket inquiries, MyChart messages, and tasks.
• In collaboration with APRN, is responsible for maintaining accurate Pharmaceutical Inventory.
• In collaboration with the APRN, is responsible for monthly emergency box inventory.
• In conjunction with Practice Manager, reviews and reconciles Un-resulted Lab Report.
• Acts as primary point person for blood collection needs for clinical orders.
• Completion of patient assessment where appropriate according to scope of practice or licensure.
• Assists in minor office procedures.
• Acts as a medical consultant to health center staff.
• In collaboration with the Practice Manager and Site supervisor, supervises clinical services within the health center.
• Effectively responds to clinical staff and patient needs to ensure a standardized approach to providing high quality, safe, patient-centered, equitable health care for every patient, every time.
• Maintain accurate records of client registration, medical records, lab tests, treatment, etc.
• Competently utilize the computerized Electronic Health Record (Epic).
• Assist client in completing required forms.
• Support clients physically and emotionally during examinations/treatments.
• Maintain cleanliness and inventory of the lab areas and exam areas.
• Consult with clinician regarding client care/concerns as needed.
• Prepares clients for exams and assists in exam room when needed.
• Understands content of and accurately explains Informed Consent.
• Measure and document client height, weight, and blood pressure.
• Prepares examination room and maintains cleanliness and inventory of all aspects of the health center.
• Handles medical waste utilizing universal precautions
• Communicates with co-workers to keep client visits moving in a timely manner.
• Maintains confidentiality and exercises sensitivity in a nonjudgmental manner when dealing with sexuality and sensitive issues with clients.
• Participates in risk and quality management processes. Adheres to HIPPA, OSHA and CLIA regulations and workplace safety policies.
• Is expected to be current in in-service trainings, workshops, seminars, and staff meetings.

BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical 90% employer-paid base medical plans for single coverage
• Dental
• Vision 100% employer paid for individual coverage
• Life Insurance 100% employer paid
• Accidental Death & Disability 100% employer paid
• Long Term/Short Term Disability 100% employer paid
• 401(k) with matching employer contribution up to 4%
• Nine (9) paid holidays per year
• Two (2) paid floating holidays per year
• Financial incentive program for certified bilingual staff**

**Planned Parenthood respects and honors all people. Qualified associates who are fluent in a needed language (Spanish, Nepali, or Somali, depending on geographic service area) will earn a $1.00 per hour differential for two years following successful examination.

PROMISE TO OUR ASSOCIATES

Planned Parenthood has served Ohioans with safe, accessible, and affordable health care for 100 years and welcomed more than 100,000 patient visits to our health centers in 2020. Every day, we fight to provide this care to everyone, no matter their income level, insurance status, zip code, color, creed, or country of origin.

As a mission-driven health care provider, Planned Parenthood is dedicated to ending health disparities and achieving health equity among all races. We work on all levels through our health centers, educational programming, and public policy to make the greatest impact on the communities we serve.

In order to become the leading organization for high quality reproductive health care, we continuously strive to create a supportive work environment that results in a positive experience for patients and associates alike. We find this support in our In This Together workplace values and service standards that bring associates together and foster an inclusive culture.

Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio (PPGOH) is an equal opportunity employer. We care for our business by ensuring that all of our decisions regarding the employment relationship, including the terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, are in accordance with our principles of equal opportunity.

As a matter of PPGOH policy we affirm that we respect and honor all people and we will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, military and veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

In addition to the above commitments, PPGOH seeks to have employees that reflect the broad diversity of those that we serve and we encourage all who are ready to be In This Together to apply.