LPN/LVN-Clinic

JOB SUMMARY

As supervised and delegated by a registered nurse, provides direct patient care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. To assist with the efficient operation of the front office and clinic area. To support the full time staff in the various tasks of running the clinic. Displays excellent customer service to the patients of the RHC. To represent the RHC in a professional manner to all external contacts. To support the goals and objectives of the RHC while delivering all services

Reports to: Director of Rural Health Clinic

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Under the direction of an RN, contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN.

Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care. May administer medication. Documents patient care given.

Assists RN with development of plan of care.

Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.

Monitors, documents, and communicates patient's status and reactions to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and families.

Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS

Populations Served

□ Does not treat or care for patients.

□ Neonate (<30 days)

□ Infant (<1 year)

□ Early Childhood (1 year and <5 years)

□ Late Childhood (5 years and <13 years)

□ Adolescent (13 and <17 years)

□ Young Adult (17 to <30 years)

□ Middle Adult (30 years to <60 years)

□ Older Adult (>60 years)

Protected Health Information

Type of Protected Information Accessed:

□ Demographic

□ Clinical

□ Insurance

□ Financial

□ Complete Medical Record

Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure

While performing this job, occupational exposure is present for all employees

Physical Requirements - Physical Dexterity and Effort: Rarely <1%, Occasionally 1-33%, Frequently 34-66%, Constantly 67-100%

Bending/Stooping □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly Climbing X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Keyboard Data Entry □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly Kneeling □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

Lifting/Moving Patients □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly Reaching □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly

Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

Running X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Sitting □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Squatting □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Standing □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

Walking □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs. □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Pushing / Pulling: 26-75 lbs. □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

Pushing/Pulling: over 75 lbs. □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

Lifting/Carrying (non-patient) : 0-25 lbs. □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Lifting/Carrying (non-patient) : 26-75 lbs. □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Lifting/Carrying (non-patient) : over 75 lbs. X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Visual Acuity, Hearing and Speaking: Rarely <1%, Occasionally 1-33%, Frequently 34-66%, Constantly 67100%

Audible Speech □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly

Hearing Acuity □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly

Smelling Acuity X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Taste Discrimination X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Vision: Depth Perception □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly

Vision: Distinguish Color □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly

Vision: Seeing Far □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly

Vision: Seeing Near □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly

Biological: Rarely <1%, Occasionally 1-33%, Frequently 34-66%, Constantly 67-100%

Biohazardous waste/ hazards □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Blood and/or bodily fluids □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

Communicable diseases/pathogens □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Chemical: Rarely <1%, Occasionally 1-33%, Frequently 34-66%, Constantly 67-100%

Asbestos or lead X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Cytotoxic Chemicals X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Dust X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Hazardous Chemicals □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Gases/Vapors/Fumes □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Hazardous Medication □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly

Latex □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly

ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS

Ability to describe and conduct a “Huddle” and explain when it is conducted and what is discussed.

Ability to describe and conduct a “Brief” and explain when it is conducted and what is discussed.

Ability to describe and conduct a “De-Brief” and explain when it is conducted and what is discussed.

Ability to describe the “Learning Board” and give an example of what has been put on the learning board in past. Ability to communicate what Executive Patient Safety Rounds (EPSR) are and participate when ESPR’s are conducted.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum education

□ Licensed as a Vocational Nurse in the State of Texas □ Required

Experience:

Minimum of one year in a healthcare /medical office setting. Physician practice experience desirable.

Required Skills:

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Licensed Vocational Nurse Experience in a medical office required Self directed and able to work independently Friendly and courteous. Excellent customer service skills.

Certifications:

BCLS required within 90 days