Licensed Practical Nurse - Clinic

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Licensed Practical Nurse manages, organizes, and administers nursing care for patients of all ages under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician.  Compliance with rules and regulations of all applicable federal, state, and local laws as well as Family Medical Specialties’ policies is a condition of employment. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience:

·         Degree or diploma from an accredited school of Practical Nursing

Certificates, Licensure, Registrations:

·         Current licensure as an LPN in the state of Nebraska

·         Current BLS/CPR certification 

General Requirements/Job Duties:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required:

• Adhere to the Family Medical Specialties mission, vision, and values
• Assess data regarding the patient’s physical, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions based on the patient’s age and development 
• Report and document all observed symptoms, reactions, and changes in the patients’ condition to the Physician, APC, and/or Registered Nurse
• Assist in the development, implementation, revision, and evaluation of a formal plan of care
•  Provide assistance to the operating Practitioner and assist in the nursing process to direct and deliver patient care
• Administer medications using the “Five Rights of Medication Administration”
• Create and maintain a comfortable and safe environment for patients, visitors, and other employees
• Organize and prioritize daily assignments to provide optimal patient care and increase productivity
• Conform and comply with Family Medical Specialties Code of Conduct 
• Conform and comply with Family Medical Specialties procedures, regulations, and rules in maintaining medical records
• Maintain patient and employee confidentiality at all times
• Demonstrate competency annually in assigned areas of work

Equipment Used:

• General office equipment to include: 

o   fax, copier, computer, printer, etc

• Telephone

Patient Age Groups Served:

• All