LPN - Clinical (Per-Diem)

Per-Diem - Scheduled Hours Works As Needed

Grade 15

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Ranking among Oswego County's top ten largest private employers, OCO carries out its mission to inspire partnerships and provide services that empower people, support communities, and change lives through more than 50 programs serving 15,000 people each year.

OCO's Employee benefits include:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (available to Full-Time staff)
• Paid leave (sick leave, PTO, holidays, etc.)
• 403B Deferred Annuity Retirement Plan
• Term Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

JOB SUMMARY:

In conjunction with the Head Nurse provides first line planning, coordinating, coaching and organizing of daily operations to ensure quality patient care in the assigned practice group. Responsible for providing direct nursing care to Health Center patients as needed based on patient demand and staff capacity. Functions under the supervision of the Head Nurse, accepts guidance from the Associate Medical Director (AMD), Physicians, Nurse Practitioners and/or Physician’s Assistants.  Acts as a resource and problem solver within the practice group; is responsible for effective clinical team building. 

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In conjunction with the head nurse plans, directs, coaches, problem solves and supervises the day to day work of the clinical support staff.
• Troubleshoots staff and patient questions and problems as necessary; documents and communicates issues and resolutions to the Head Nurse on a regular basis.
• Works closely with Head Nurse to assess systems and suggest improvements in systems and processes.
• Maintains a cooperative relationship with all health care providers, Operations Manager (OM) and Business Office Supervisor (BOS) to determine appropriate patient appointments and scheduling needs.
• Provides feedback and input to Director of Patient Services (DPS) and Head Nurse (HN) on performance and training needs of support staff.
• Monitors patient and clinical support staff scheduling ensuring adequate services and staff coverage at all times. Monitors patient flow and in the case of patient overflow assists in preparation of patients for exam including taking of vital signs and presenting problems. Performs related work as assigned and required to meet program needs; fills in for clinical positions as needed in the planned and unplanned absence of clinical support staff.
• Leads daily clinical staff huddles and participates in routine clinical and monthly total staff meetings; meets routinely with HN to ensure that coordination and effective communication prevails.
• Assists provider with examinations, diagnostic procedures and treatments including height, weight, blood draws, etc.
• Administers and documents immunizations, allergy shots and other injections as prescribed by provider.
• Documents all activities/interventions, patient responses, medication dispensed and/or prescribed, etc. in the medical record, paper and electronic.
• Assists with prescription line and referrals for specialty care as needed; arranges for coverage when staff is on planned or unplanned leave.
• Consults with providers for prescription refills, test results, etc.
• Promotes wellness by providing patient education materials and communicating provider instructions and advice.
• Adheres to infection control, safety guidelines and confidentiality policies.
• Ensures that agency and program orientation for new clinical staff is conducted timely and according to established policies: ensures adequate “on-site” training is provided for applicable staff.
• Provides information on community agencies to patients when appropriate.
• Oversees and monitors clinical supply ordering and inventory.
• Ensures internal inventory controls are followed for use and storage of pharmaceuticals and other medical supplies.
• Participates in department’s Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) functions and assists with identifying and resolving clinical problems; ensures all clinical staff is active participants in quality improvement process; ensure compliance with standards, laws, regulations and procedures.
• Attends professional conferences and seminars for professional development, knowledge and skill enhancement as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have advanced knowledge in multi-disciplinary practice groups and ambulatory care nursing principles and protocols.
• Must have knowledge of policies and procedures related to quality improvement, infection control, environmental safety and patient confidentiality.
• Must have knowledge of medical chart reporting/recording and filing.
• Must be familiar with program/agency/regulatory policies and procedures.
• Must have the ability to work with a large cross section of staff and patients in a warm, non-judgmental, objective manner.
• Must maintain a high degree of confidentiality; and exhibit professionalism, good judgment and flexibility.
• Must have the ability to work well with others as a team and be a positive role model to other staff and patients.
• Must demonstrate effective leadership skills & team building; be able to assist in directing and monitoring the work of others.
• Must have knowledge of public services and health care related resources.
• Must be flexible and able to respond to ever changing demands. Must be flexible with work hours and have the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must have acceptable physical and mental health to carry out the responsibilities of the position including standing for long periods of time, physically assisting patients and balancing stress in a healthy manner.
• Must pass annual competency testing, attend required in-services and seminars and maintain current LPN license.
• Must maintain current basic life support certification; must become HIV counseling certified where applicable.
• Travel to other agency locations may be required.
• Must possess a valid New York State Driver’s License with a good driving record and have reliable transportation

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess current New York State Practical Nurse's License
• 5 - 7 years experience as an LPN, a portion of which must be in ambulatory care; supervisory experience preferred

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