Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Primary Care

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Primary Care Facility Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center Schedule - Shift 1.0 (80 hrs/pp) - Day Department GSR Family Medicine Remote Status Remote Status: OnSite Salary Range Salary Range: $24.73 - $36.32 *Starting bonus and/or relocation available to new employees. Previous experience may be required. Employment commitment to Samaritan is required.

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Assists practitioner in performance of procedures, telephone prescription orders/refills, maintaining patient record and relaying test results. Provides safe and quality nursing care under the direction of SHS practitioners and the Clinic Supervisor within scope of practice.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Samaritan Family Medicine Residency Clinic (SFMRC) offers complete health care for patients and families across the spectrum of life, from newborns to seniors. The foundation of primary care is to build enduring and continuity focused relationships with patients to promote better health. SFMRC consists of board certified family medicine physicians and resident physicians at various stages of their post graduate training. This clinic provides acute/same day care, chronic disease management, preventative care, women's health, general pediatric care, office based procedures, and pre/post-natal care that aligns with the clinical competencies required by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

Current unencumbered Oregon Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure required. Previous experience in a clinical setting preferred. Lab/EKG experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Patient Care - Possess the skills and knowledge needed to assist and care for others. Ability to recognize symptoms, drug properties and interactions, treatments, and preventive health-care measures within scope of practice. Adaptability/Flexibility - Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to situations that may arise with high risk or diverse patient populations. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to patients. Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas. Team Building - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time. Medical Terminology - Knowledge of medical records, procedures and terminology. Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations. Social Perceptiveness - Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Rarely (1 - 10% of the time) Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time) Frequently (34 - 66% of the time) Continually (67 - 100% of the time)

WALK - INCLINE

LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs

CLIMB - STAIRS

LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs SQUAT Repetitive REACH - Upward SIT

WALK - LEVEL SURFACE

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