LPN - PHYSICIAN PRACTICE - DUNLAP OB/GYN

Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN)

The primary purposes of the Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) are to provide direct patient care, patient and family teaching, and work cooperatively within the interdisciplinary health care team in maintaining standards of nursing care under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN) and within the framework of the Ohio Nurse Practice Act.

Our practice has offices located in Carrollton, Doylestown, Massillon, and Orrville with 3 physicians and 2 Advanced Practitioners. We are dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive OB/GYN care to women of all ages.

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Current, active licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse through the Ohio Board of Nursing. Obtain and maintain current American Heart Association (AHA) training in Basic Life Support (BLS) utilizing Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) is required. IV Certification, preferred. Must adhere to office policy of yearly TB testing, OSHA and HIPAA training.

Proficient computer skills to complete tasks as required. Must be organized, able to effectively prioritize tasks and exhibit appropriate time management skills. Must be detail oriented while focusing on safe practices and quality care. Demonstrates effective communication. Effective appropriate and professional interactions with colleagues/physicians, patients and visitors. Comfort with technology and the ability to navigate electronic medical records efficiently. Strong interpersonal skills to maintain professionalism in the workplace. Adaptability to changing work environment or needs Ability to work collaboratively and foster positive relationships with colleagues, patients, and others. Ability to meet and interact with the public in a mature, courteous and professional manner. Effective interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work efficiently and accurately under conditions of high stress. Must be able to work as a team and independently. Positive, friendly, and compassionate. Must poses the ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment.

Demonstrates proficiency in basic nursing service, knowledge, and skills. Demonstrates knowledge of and applies evidence-based practice. Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patients health or the situation. Identifies and reports changes in patients status to Registered Nurse for evaluation. Documents nursing activities accurately and in a timely manner. Implements the identified plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Administers treatments and other direct care; prepares and administers medications as prescribed; observes and evaluates patients responses to medications and treatments; and identifies and promptly communicates adverse reactions to the Registered Nurse. Collects specimens as ordered. Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues, and students. Collaborates with patient, family, and others in the conduct of nursing practice. LPN is a patient advocate in conjunction with the other members of the healthcare team and fosters patient safety, comfort, and satisfaction. Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice and applicable policies. Adhere to professional standards and guidelines, including ethical actions, relevant statutes, rules and regulations, during nursing practice. Exhibits High Reliability Organization (HRO) tools and tones. Responsible for timely review of emails, department communications and applicable learning assignments and completion as applicable.

Checks physician schedules frequently for any add-ons or updates. Inspects patients medical record prior to visit to insure completeness as well as making sure the results of tests are available. Rooms patients in a timely fashion making sure to identify patient and compare with chart. Obtains vital signs, height, weight, and current accurate list of medications and all pertinent information needed for the physician to assess the patient. Accurately completes medical forms and correctly completes and routes billing information to appropriate staff. (Example disability forms etc..) Copies and releases medical records according to office procedures. Documents properly and legally in patients chart. Correctly educates patient for all testing and medications that are ordered. Returns phone calls to patients by the end of the business day. Notifies physician promptly of abnormal lab/test results. Restocks and cleans exam rooms after use according to protocol. Uses the EHR to accurately document and inform physicians of patient interactions. Any other duties as assigned by Manager.

Meal and break times are coordinated with other staff members to maintain adequate coverage. Shifts are scheduled or changed due to the staffing needs of the unit/department based upon volume and acuity. Work weekends and holidays as assigned or as applicable based on department needs. Cross training depending upon department needs. Normally works 36-40 hours per week, Monday through Friday with a lunch break daily. May require paid overtime before or after normal working hours. Subject to frequent interruptions during performance of duties. Expected to adhere to office policy and procedures.

Hazardous Exposure Category Category I - Includes tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. All procedures or other job-related tasks that involve an inherent potential for spills or splashes of, or mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues are Category I tasks. Use of appropriate protective measures is required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.

Physical Addendum Demands

Lifting 0-10 lbs Frequent 34-65%

Lifting 10-20 lbs Frequent 34-65%

Lifting 20-35 lbs Frequent 34-65%

Lifting 35-50 lbs Occasional 10-33%

Lifting 50-75 lbs Occasional 10-33%

Lifting 75-100 lbs Occasional 10-33%

Lifting over 100 lbs Occasional 10-33%

Forward Reaching Frequent 34-65%

Overhead Reaching Frequent 34-65%

Standing Continuous 66% of the day

Walking Continuous 66% of the day

Sitting Occasional 10-33%

Climbing Occasional 10-33%

Stairs/Ladder Occasional 10-33%

Bending/Stooping Frequent 34-65%

Twisting/Turning Occasional 10-33%

Kneeling/Squatting Occasional 10-33%

Crawling Never

Pushing/Pulling 0-10 lbs Frequent 34-65%

Pushing/Pulling 10-20 lbs Frequent 34-65%

Pushing/Pulling 20-35 lbs Frequent 34-65%

Pushing/Pulling 35-50 lbs Frequent 34-65%

Pushing/Pulling 50-100 lbs Occasional 10-33%

Pushing/Pulling over 100 lbs Occasional 10-33%

Carrying 0-10 lbs Frequent 34-65%

Carrying 10-20 lbs Frequent 34-65%

Carrying 20-35 lbs Frequent 34-65%

Carrying 35-50 lbs Occasional 10-33%

Carrying 50-100 lbs Occasional 10-33%

Carrying over 100 lbs Never

Grasping/repetitive sustained Frequent 34-65%

Fine motor coordination Continuous 66% of the day

Vision: Near/Far/Color Continuous 66% of the day

Hearing: ordinary conversation/other Continuous 66% of the day

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