Licensed Practical Nurse

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Licensed Practical Nurse FULL TIME BENEFITS Illini Family Site 43, Belleville, IL, US 2 days ago Requisition ID: 2500 Salary Range: $19.20 To $28.80 Hourly VISION, MISSION, PLEDGE & VALUES Every employee of SIHF Healthcare is expected to uphold our vision, mission, and values. Our actions will reflect our values of Compassion, Diversity/Inclusivity, Excellence, Integrity, Respect and Stewardship creating a culture in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. This will result in our vision of an “Enriched health and life in a just society” through the fulfillment of our mission to build partnerships, develop safe and affordable housing, community engagement in building trust and solutions, foster economic development, provide access to comprehensive health care services, and reduce disparities. CUSTOMER SERVICE COMPLIANCE STATEMENT Treat every person with dignity, respect and kindness by listening with your full attention, addressing questions/concerns immediately, and accepting responsibility to follow through by always doing what you say you will do. You support our customers, and your team, by being patient, understanding and positive, knowing that you are SIHF to those we serve. POSITION DESCRIPTION The LPN functions under the supervision and guidance of the Nursing Supervisor or Provider and participates in the multi-disciplinary process of providing care and treatment to patients. The LPN reports directly to the site manager. The LPN is responsible for functioning within the scope of practice dictated by the authority of the Illinois Board of Nursing. Individuals must be able to manage a demanding workload with accuracy. The position requires excellent customer service skills with patients, their families, other staff and providers. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assist the provider with patient office visits including rooming patients, interviewing patients, recording vital signs. Perform point of care testing and Quality Controls including but not limited to urinalysis, pregnancy test, blood glucose monitoring, HgA1c, Hematocrit. Document findings into the patient’s electronic chart. Obtain and check for informed consent from patient, parents, or guardians. Provide clear explanations and encouragement as necessary. Check for the presence of allergies and reconcile medications. Administer and document medication under physician’s order and follow the 6 medication rights to reduce the potential for medical errors. Contact pharmacies for routine medication renewal per standing, written, or verbal orders. Communicate with outside resources to assist patients with medications and to self‑educate about new medications for teaching purposes. Schedule appointments for immediate patient needs, track hospital admission and discharges and give appointments from hospital discharges. Ensure correct documentation exists. Follow up on patients who did not keep their appointments, diagnostic testing or lab appointments or follow through on referrals. Contact patients or their families if laboratory findings are abnormal and also mail out letters regarding lab work. Maintain accurate records of patient referrals and update the referral log as needed. Keep accurate log books including but not limited to CLIA, samples, vaccines, and inpatient tracking. Answer phone and relay patient’s condition as well as providing messages to providers. Manage a patient call and collect the data and relay to the RN or provider to ascertain if the patient needs an office visit or if it is an emergent scenario that needs an ER recommendation. Field patient’s phone calls (patient cases). Calls may be referred to the RN Supervisor and/or Provider. Obtain prior authorizations from insurance companies for medication and other services ordered provider direction. Understand the importance of Quality measure guidelines. Encourage the patient to fill out an ROI to obtain any pertinent medical records. Communicate to provider if patient needs to satisfy a measure. Have basic knowledge of adult and children immunization schedules and be able to schedule and give age‑appropriate immunizations. Provide education regarding risks and benefits of immunizations. Follow policy regarding storage and handling of all vaccines. Work assigned clinical inbox daily and remain within the assigned threshold parameters. Train new hires/students as needed. Initiate referrals to community agencies as directed by health care provider. Offer patient resources to assist with daily needs, shelter, food, transportation, medical education. Assist other nursing staff with organizing and stocking supplies and medications. Contribute to the orderliness and cleanliness of the patients’ and staffs’ environment. Demonstrate appropriate use of Red Bag waste, proper sharps procedures, hand washing technique, and follow universal precautions. Sterilize, package, and autoclave instruments using proper protocols. Function within the legal and ethical parameters of nursing care and the policies of SIHF. Protect all patient information according to HIPAA guidelines. Seek opportunities to attend continuing education programs and report to nursing staff on new or updated information obtained through attendance. Identify problem areas with supervisor and seek ways to improve the quality of patient care and nursing time management, and implement a plan of action to bring about change. Approach each situation with a positive attitude and treat every patient you meet with dignity and respect. Establish effective working relationships with members of the interdisciplinary treatment team. Other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES Ability to work with the public and health care professionals. Communicate clearly and respond to verbal questions and concerns from patients/guardians. Possess knowledge of medical terminology and be able to understand and communicate within a professional context. Possess sound judgment and ability to perceive problems and take necessary steps to correct situation. Basic operational knowledge of a computer. Must be results oriented and a team player. Must be neat and professional in appearance. Must have the ability to multitask. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Must be a graduate of an accredited program for LPN and hold a current license to practice in the State of Illinois. Must have current CPR certification. Ambulatory care experience preferred. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Light physical activity performing non‑strenuous daily activities of a clinical nature. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. WORK SCHEDULE Normal work hours for this position are Monday through Friday dayshift, unless otherwise specified by management staff. COMPLIANCE STATEMENT Abide by the requirements of all applicable State and Federal laws. MEDICAL HOME STATEMENT Be aware and understand expectations and responsibilities of the Patient Centered Medical Home. Understand role, complete relevant duties, and the requirement to maintain highest level of proficiency within scope, as part of this team‑based approach in the patient care continuum. COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE FOR FULL‑TIME Health Insurances : Choose from medical, dental, and vision plan offerings with coverage for employees and eligible dependents. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) : Save tax‑free on medical and dependent care expenses. Health Savings Account (HSA) : Set aside pre‑tax funds for medical expenses with no rollover limits. Life Insurance : Employer‑paid life and AD&D insurance with additional voluntary options. Disability Insurance : Employer‑paid disability insurance for eligible positions. 401(k) : SIHF matches dollar‑for‑dollar on the first 4% you contribute, with immediate vesting. Paid Time Off (PTO) : Accrue vacation, sick leave, and holidays, including a floating holiday. Paid Parental Leave : Eligible employees can receive employer‑paid parental leave for the birth or adoption of a child. Other Benefits : Tuition reimbursement, corporate discounts, travel assistance, employee assistance program, voluntary short‑ and long‑term disability, and more. #J-18808-Ljbffr