LPN - Endoscopy

Job Title: Endoscopy ServicesIn order to fill our Mission of serving our community by helping each person achieve optimal health and well-being by providing compassionate, exceptional, and affordable healthcare services, all employees of Genesis HealthCare System must be committed to living the Genesis Mission and Genesis values of Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Team, and Innovation. All employees must regard themselves as an 'owner' of Genesis and keep our patients at the center of everything we do - always.Position Details:Work Shift: Varied Shift (United States of America)Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32Department: Endoscopy ServicesOverview of Position:Job Profile Summary Administers skilled direct and indirect patient care to an assigned group of patients according to the patient's plan of care under the direction of the registered nurse. Adheres to universal precautions and is compliant with infection control policies. Carries out job requirements as delegated by and with the supervision of a registered nurse.Essential DutiesProvides patient care, under the direction of an RN, in a warm and friendly manner.Accurately takes and records measurements or readings.Administers prescribed medications as indicated/documented by prescribing physician.Works collaboratively with other caregivers on the unit.Facilitates cost reduction per procedure by not opening supplies that are not needed.Participates in maintaining physician preference cardsAccepts on-call schedule and responds to on call activation within 45 minutesUses Epic system to enter orders, confirm orders, and print reports. May use other computer programs required in the area of responsibilityMay be asked to serve on department specialty focus team.Follows timeout policyPatient advocateHand off reporting to the appropriate nursing staffDemonstrates proficiency with critical thinking related to immediate post-anesthesia management (phase II recovery) as evidenced by airway management, hemodynamics, thermoregulation, PONV, and pain managementEnsures care and maintenance of workstations, including glucometer controls, maintaining warmers (restocking and temperature control), maintaining refrigerator (temperature control), cleaning and restocking of workstation and defibrillator.Demonstrates flexibility in accommodating work schedule, such as staggering shifts and coming early or staying late as necessaryProficient with post operative area expectations, including observations of patients post sedation from Phase II (conscious sedation or monitored anesthesia care), post operative order sets, and discharge of post procedural patientsProperly decontaminates instruments and/or scopes, re-sterilize, and maintain log of activityKeeps the equipment coordinator and/or manager informed of problems or suspected problems with the various pieces of equipment in the procedure roomAssists the procedural nurse with documenting implant records and specimen collection completely and accurately. Assists with documenting correct charges.QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent.Current Ohio LPN license.Current CPR Certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of orientation.Completion of an approved pharmacology course.Ability to communicate effectively in an oral and written manner, as well as the ability to observe, assess, guide, and evaluate others.Ability to collect data, interpret findings, set priorities and carry out established plan.Ability to read, calculate, and prepare medication, as well as the ability to observe and analyze any resulting reactions and to apply clinical knowledge.Demonstrates competence in age-specific patient care.Patient Centered Care & Behavioral ExpectationsLiving the Genesis Mission, Vision and ValuesPatient Centered Care (patients/families, physicians, co-workers, all other internal/external customers)Promotes Patient and Employee SafetyWorking Conditions/Physical RequirementsAbility to sit, stand, stoop, push, pull, bend, and walk for extended periods of time.Ability to lift 50 pounds to waist level.This description reflects in general terms the type and level of work performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive, nor portray the specific duties of any one incumbent.Thank you for your interest in employment at Genesis. Genesis is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Selection of applicants for employment is based only on qualifications and the requirements of a specific job.