LPN (Clinic)

Reporting Structure: Reports to the Physician Services DirectorMINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTSEducationGraduate of an accredited LPN programWork ExperienceMust have one (1) year LPN experience in a hospital or nursing home environmentLicense/CertificationCurrent Tennessee State Licensed Practical Nurse with no restrictionsCurrent CPR/Current Basic Life Support (BLS),Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS),STANDARD CORE COMPETENCIESMission, VisionCore Values/Standards of ConductAIDET/Organizational ExpectationsSafetyQualityFlexibilityCustomer ServiceDiversity and InclusionFinanceElectronic Health RecordsAbuse and Neglect of Adult PatientAbuse and Neglect of Pediatric PatientAcute Coronary Syndrome/Chest Pain ProtocolsBiohazard WasteCC Hand HygieneJOB SPECIFIC CORE COMPETENCIESDepartment Specific Specialty Area:SkillsExcellent customer service/interpersonal skills; adept at working with diverse patient populationsEffective communications verbal and written skillsKnowledgeWorking knowledge of the universal patient safety standards, safety and quality regulations, government agencies rules and regulations (CMS, OIG, HIPAA)Demonstrable knowledge of empathy needs of patientsKnowledge of patient rightsBehavior/AbilitiesMust be able to pass all required health and other related screening testsMust demonstrate ability and positive behavior conducive to a structure team environmentSelf-directing; ability to work with little direct supervisionNatural ability to treat patients, co-workers, employees, and visitors with the utmost respect and courtesyProfessional demeanor presenting a positive public image is essentialAbility to communicate through spoken and written English is requiredMust work well as a team memberESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSNursing/Patient CareProvides prescribed quality and safe; compassionate, and empathic nursing care to patients.Interviews patients or relatives to obtain appropriate patient health history and/or immunization status.Performs screening tests as required based on standards prepared by education and experience.Takes patient vital signs and measurements (i.e., height, length, and weight).Administers injections and medications according to HMC policy and procedures.Performs in-office procedures related to clinic specialty.Adheres to the nurse practice act.Prepares, administers, and records immunizations and medications as regulatory agency policies permits.Maintains patient charts, documents patient records, and prepares oral reports.Quality/SafetyPromotes culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention.Maintains hospital standards for clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experience.Demonstrates knowledge of accepted procedures for disposing of used suppliesDemonstrates working knowledge of transferring and repositioning patientsParticipates in ongoing quality improvement activitiesAdheres to infection-control policies, practices protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standardsMaintains compliance with HMC policies including established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standards.Adheres to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, DNV standards and /or standards from other approved accrediting agencies.Complies with HMC and regulatory policies regarding confidential patient information (HIPAA)OTHER DUTIESMay assist with other related duties and special project work as required.PHYSICAL DEMANDSProlonged periods of standing and walkingMust be able to lift, push, and pull up to 40 pounds during a scheduled work shift.Must be able to see with corrective eye wearMust be able to hear clearly with assistanceMay be exposed to infectious and contagious diseasesAble to handle emergency and/or crisis situationsMay be required to wear protective equipment as necessaryTransferring, repositioning patients.Reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching for patient care functions.Ability to perform effectively in a stressful and fast-paced environment.Ability to pass all required health and other screening tests including random and reasonable suspicion drug screens.