What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN- Full Time position at Franklin Medical Center?
POSITION: LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
DEPARTMENT: RURAL HEALTH
FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT
This position is a full time LPN float position- meaning the LPN will work at both of our Tensas Rural Health Clinics (Newellton and St. Joseph) as directed and as needed.
Please read this job description carefully to ensure that you understand its contents, the job requirements, and expectations before signing this document.
JOB SUMMARY: Continuously responsible for providing professional nursing service (according to qualifications and training) and non-professional services as directed. Directly responsible for performing patient care functions according to established standards, policies and procedures.
JOB RELATIONSHIPS:
Responsible to the Rural Health Clinic Director.
Positions Directly Supervised: None
Regular Contact with all Hospital departments, Physicians, and the public.
MISSION STATEMENT:
As an integral part of our community, Franklin Medical Center’s mission is to provide the highest quality health care and customer satisfaction to all those we serve. We are committed to delivering compassionate, capable, and personalized treatment to our patients and their families, always keeping in mind that our responsibility is to the health needs of the people.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Training: Graduate of a course for LPN. Must be licensed in the state of Louisiana. CPR certified.
Work Experience: No experience necessary.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
Physical Requirements:
OSHA EXPOSURE CATEGORY: A Has exposure to blood borne pathogens.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
DEPARTMENT: RURAL HEALTH
FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT
This position is a full time LPN float position- meaning the LPN will work at both of our Tensas Rural Health Clinics (Newellton and St. Joseph) as directed and as needed.
Please read this job description carefully to ensure that you understand its contents, the job requirements, and expectations before signing this document.
JOB SUMMARY: Continuously responsible for providing professional nursing service (according to qualifications and training) and non-professional services as directed. Directly responsible for performing patient care functions according to established standards, policies and procedures.
JOB RELATIONSHIPS:
Responsible to the Rural Health Clinic Director.
Positions Directly Supervised: None
Regular Contact with all Hospital departments, Physicians, and the public.
MISSION STATEMENT:
As an integral part of our community, Franklin Medical Center’s mission is to provide the highest quality health care and customer satisfaction to all those we serve. We are committed to delivering compassionate, capable, and personalized treatment to our patients and their families, always keeping in mind that our responsibility is to the health needs of the people.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Complies with established policies and procedures.
- Follows MD and Nurse Practitioner orders.
- Takes and records vital signs, assessments and height/weight as appropriate.
- Records medications/treatment on charts using proper procedure.
- Monitors supply usage and notifies appropriate departments to replenish stock as necessary.
- Performs venipuncture without difficulty.
- Prepares specimens for courier according to procedure.
- Places and returns calls to physicians, pharmacies, home health, etc.
- Assist patient in and out of clinic as needed.
- Adheres to all clinic infection control, hazardous waste and pharmacy protocols.
- Participates in Performance Improvement on monthly basis.
- Maintains equipment.
- Knowledgeable in use of defibrillators, holter monitors, etc.
- Performs and Documents Quality Controls on daily basis.
- Displays on overall positive attitude.
- Maintains confidentiality to patients, families and fellow employees.
- Maintains a neat and orderly work area.
- Exhibits a professional, neat and clean appearance.
- Utilizes slack time creatively to complete non-routine tasks. Sees things to be done and does with direction.
- Diabetic Foot Care
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Training: Graduate of a course for LPN. Must be licensed in the state of Louisiana. CPR certified.
Work Experience: No experience necessary.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
- Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
- Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR)
- Interpersonal skills and compassion
- Analyzing information, critical thinking, and problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Basic computer skills
Physical Requirements:
- Remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
- Occasionally move about the office and facility to access various departments and patient care areas.
- Constantly position self to maintain equipment and provide patient care.
- Constantly operates a computer, office, and patient care machinery.
- Ability to communicate information accurately so others will understand.
- Ability to observe details at close range.
- Frequently move boxes, equipment, etc. weighing up to 20 pounds across the office for various needs.
OSHA EXPOSURE CATEGORY: A Has exposure to blood borne pathogens.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
