What are the responsibilities and job description for the LVN Supervisor position at THE CHILDREN'S CLINIC?
Our Mission:
To provide quality, integrated, innovative health care that will contribute to a healthy community, focusing on those in need and working with patients and the community as partners in their overall well-being
The Company:
TCC Family Health was founded in 1939 by a group of physicians and community leaders who recognized the importance of access to health care for all children, particularly those who are from low-income families and who are at risk for health problems. For over 80 years, TCC Family Health has been dedicated to eliminating barriers to care, to improve health and lower health systems cost by expanding cost-effective, meaningful and innovative health care programs that work and providing comprehensive healthcare in a culturally sensitive and linguistically appropriate manner to medically underserved, low-income and high-risk populations in Long Beach and surrounding communities.
POSITION SUMMARY: The principle function of the Licensed Vocational Nurse/Back Office Supervisor is to provide safe patient care by assisting Clinic Providers with treatments, procedures and clerical duties as defined in the Licensed Vocational Nurse Scope of Practice. The Licensed Vocational Nurse will demonstrate competence in patient care for infants, children, adolescents, and adult patient population. The LVN/ Back Office Supervisor will ensure the delivery of quality patient care and efficiency of patient flow. The LVN/Back Office Supervisor will Supervise Medical Assistant Staff LVN’s, and maintain regulatory compliance of all nursing activities by working collaboratively with Nursing Manager and or Clinic Manager.
EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS:
- Completion of High School or GED
- Completion of vocational school- LVN training
- Current License to practice in the State of California as an LVN
- Ability to communicate well in oral and written English
- CPR/BLS certification
- Phlebotomy Certificate
- Minimum of one year experience in an outpatient setting preferred
- Computer skills with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, internet, and Practice Management Systems.
- Ability to problem solve and prioritize tasks
- Proven reliability, trustworthiness, flexibility, and high ethical standards
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and work effectively with minimal supervision
- Interest in working with diverse ethnic groups
- Demonstrated ability to treat all individuals with respect
- Successful completion of TCC orientation and 90-day probation period
- Successful completion of clinical competency validation including special care and management of equipment.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to listen and communicate with others in a professional and caring manner.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Clinic Practice Management System ( EPIC) within three months after attending training.
- Proficient Clinical skills – Catherization, Injections, Vitaling, and rooming patients
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:
- Performs direct patient care skills as identified by the Medical Assistant Scope of Practice, while maintaining the safety, comfort and privacy of the patient.
- Collects clinical data and documents finding in patient’s medical record in compliance with standards and systems.
- Demonstrates patient care using age-specific interventions for the pediatric and adult patient population.
- Obtains vital signs and weighs each patient and records information on EPIC/ Electronic Medical Record.
- Performs vision chart tests as needed
- Maintains the expiration update on all medications and lab supplies and discard per TCC protocol when necessary.
- Assist the provider in the process of completing procedures related to procurement and processing of diagnostic laboratory specimen samples as ordered by the provider.
- Ability to perform Veni-puncture to obtain blood specimen, knowledge of specimen requirements and supplies utilized for specimen collection. ( Follows Laboratory Guidelines for Collection Requirements )
- Dress wounds and incisions, interpret physician’s instructions to patients, assist with emergencies, and perform related tasks under the supervision of the staff nurse or physician.
. Additional Responsibilities
- Maintains regulatory compliance of all back office/nursing activities (i.e. Logs, QC’s, and Nursing Stock Meds) and oversees compliance at designated site.
- Reviews time clock punches and timesheets for accurate submission to payroll.
- Coordinates clinic Orientation of new employees (regular, externs, temporary) – Performs staff competencies and annual competencies as coordinated with Nurse Manager/Clinic Manager.
- Delegates to and follows up with Medical Assistants and Licensed Vocational Nurses to accomplish smooth and efficient patient flow through clinic.
- Provides support to the Clinic Manager in the evaluation process where it pertains to Medical Assistants and Licensed Vocational Nurses and their respective clinical skill, competency and quality of care.
- Works as a team player, and be willing to assist other members in other duties within his/her capabilities and aids the clinic team in providing quality efficient patient care.
- Evaluates minimum competency of MAs in the following areas annually at Site in collaboration with Clinic Manager/ Nursing Manager :
- Vitals.
- Injections Technique
- Vaccine Dosages
- Audiometry
- Snellen
- Obtaining Specimens such as urine and blood
- Operations of Clinic Equipment , Hemocue, Blood Glucose, Urine Analyzer, Pulmoaides, Pulse OX Meters, Blood pressure monitors, thermometers- oral , rectal, and tympanic.
- Completion of CHDP forms according to age.
License/Certification:
- Phlebotomy Certificate Preferred
- LVN (Required)
- BLS Certification (Required)
Physical setting:
- Clinic
Standard shift:
- Day shift
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $68,640 - $75,000 annually
Benefits:
GENEROUS COMPANY BENEFITS – Including 100% Company-paid medical plan
100% Company-premium paid medical plan (We offer a Blue Shield plan that provides coverage at a zero payroll deduction to employees.)
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- 401k with Employer contribution
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- AFLAC
- United PetCare Program
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
If you want to work for a growing system of community health centers which is committed to providing quality care or patients of all ages and to the growth, education, and development of its staff, then TCC Family Health has a great employment opportunity for you.
Salary : $68,640 - $75,000