Job Category: Nursing Support (LPN, CNA, CMA, EMT)
Requisition Number: LPNCL001340
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* Posted: October 15, 2024
* Part-Time
* On-site
Locations
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Cambridge, WI 53523, USA
Description
Fort HealthCare is a patient-centered hospital and healthcare system serving individuals, businesses, and families in Jefferson, Dane, and Walworth Counties, and we are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Cambridge Clinic team.
Shift:
72 hours per bi-weekly pay period
Part time
Day shift
The LPN provides care and support to patients under the direction of the physician or advanced practice practitioner. This position requires an ability to perform a wide variety of patient care activities, including the ability to screen telephone calls as directed by the physician, perform certain receptionist duties, and assist the physician with any necessary procedures on patients, from birth to geriatrics including lab duties. Versatility and a willingness to become familiar with all aspects of the clinic are required. Cross-training is required, as staffing needs dictate. This position is involved in the coordination of patient care activities with outside providers and serves as a liaison between patients and physicians.
Responsibilities of this position include:
* Rooms patients and reviews health history, addresses preventative maintenance issues, and is knowledgeable of age-specific growth and development as related to the neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient as appropriate. Accurately collects and records data as appropriate at the patient contact and requirements of Rural Health Clinics (as applicable) and The Joint Commission. Assists the provider with medical procedures and exams following Universal Protocol relating to the capabilities and age-specific criteria of patients, utilizing protective devices as needed to maintain integrity of medical treatment if necessary.
* Administers medications as directed/ordered by the provider. Demonstrates and understands administration techniques. Recognizes the implications of dosages, interactions, side effects, adverse effects, routes of administration of drugs as they apply to individual patients. Complies with medication refill policies and procedures.
* Performs laboratory testing covered by CLIA, performs venipuncture, prepares specimens for transport, and complies with all quality measures. Ensures all nurse-rendered services are captured and completion of ABN form as appropriate. Recognizes significant values and works with the provider to notify patients of results and follow-up activities in a timely manner as defined by clinic practice/policy.
* Communicates and/or completes provider orders to outside sources (i.e., pharmacy, other clinics, hospitals, nursing homes, etc.). Also assists in the completion of various medical forms (i.e., RTW, school forms, DOT, workers compensation, consent forms, FMLA).
* Screens phone calls, collects all pertinent data, communicates this information to the provider via documentation, and directs or implements appropriate care utilizing provider direction or preferences.
* Assists with appointment scheduling of office visits/referrals/diagnostic testing/therapies/surgeries. Responsible for working with the preauthorization department or insurance companies to initiate referrals and obtain approvals, pre-certifications, and prior authorization for medical care and treatment.
* Willingness to support nursing needs in other clinics or departments as needed.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
* Completes department-specific orientation and annual competencies for this position.
Requirements of this position include:
* High School Diploma or GED required.
* LPN - Current Wisconsin LPN license; 1 year experience as an LPN in a clinic or acute care setting is preferred.
* Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English and Spanish. Cognitive process to interpret office situations and respond appropriately; adaptable to change; able to cope with stress and criticism.
* BLS Certification.
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