LPN/RN, Clinic Leader

SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Provides prescribed medical treatment and primary care services to patients in clinics by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

1. Interviews patients, measures vital signs (such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight and height) and records information on patient’s charts.
2. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.
3. Drapes patients with covering and positions instruments and equipment.
4. Applies compresses, ice bags and hot water bottles.
5. Assembles and uses such equipment as catheters, tracheotomy tubes and oxygen suppliers.
6. Hands instruments and materials to doctor as directed.
7. Cleans and sterilizes instruments.
8. Re-stock medical supplies in exam room.
9. Inventories and orders medical supplies and materials.
10. Administers specified medication, orally or by subcutaneous or intramuscular injection, and notes time and amount on patient’s chart.
11. Assist with operation of x-ray, electrocardiograph (EKG), and other equipment to complete routine diagnostic tests or calls medical facility or department to schedule patients for tests.
12. Collects samples, such as urine, blood and sputum, from patients for testing and performs routine laboratory tests on samples.
13. Follows up with patients on lab results, including the scheduling of any additional tests.
14. Assists as needed in billing/registration office with scheduling appointments, receives money for bills, keeps x-ray and other medical records, performs secretarial tasks, and completes insurance forms.
15. Coordinates referrals for patients through insurance and other physician offices.
16. Provides coverage for lab technicians and receptionists as needed.
17. Makes every effort to prevent waste of equipment and supplies while being responsible for the daily inventory and clinic supply orders.
18. May supervise nursing assistants or others in the clinic for employment-related purposes, which may include the following – skills/competency checkoff’s, annual evaluations, communication of daily operation and clinic changes, as well as being a point of contact for Quality and Risk Management.
19. Responsible for accurate documentation in the EMR of a complete medical history, family, and social history as well as demographics and medications at each patient visit according to protocol and processes established.

20. Will maintain basic life support and defibrillation certification according to Red Cross or American Heart Association guidelines.

21. Will coordinate with provider to ensure all quality standards of the organization are met on an ongoing basis.

22. Ensure all referrals to internal on-staff providers such as, but not limited to, dietician and behavioral health ARNP are coordinated per RHCA policy and procedures.

23. Perform any other duties as assigned by Clinician Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The ideal candidate will have experience working within a primary care health system and possess a proven ability to coordinate with community partners while affecting organizational change among providers, clinic staff and other administrative team members. This includes knowledge of governmental regulations, compliance requirements as well as the ability to implement policies, procedures, systems and objectives.

1. Personal commitment to the organization’s mission, vision and values
2. Advances personal knowledge base by pursing continuing education to enhance professional development
3. A demonstrated ability to plan, organize and integrate priorities and meet deadlines
4. A demonstrated ability to work at a rapid pace, and being involved in several duties at one time
5. A demonstrated ability to set priorities and avoid crises management
6. A demonstrated ability to remain calm and poised in urgent situations
7. A demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally
8. Demonstrated skills/knowledge of computer office/business management applications
9. A demonstrated ability to maintain information confidentiality
10. Demonstrating excellent time management skills and flexibility
11. Possessing a valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance
12. Having the ability to work a flexible schedule
13. Demonstrating the ability to work in the absence of direct supervision

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Completion of an approved educational program for LPN or RN. Current licensure or certification in KY as a Licensed Practicing Nurse or Registered Nurse. BSL (Basic Life Support) required. Must have a minimum of one year in a clinic setting and have the ability to work with staff and patients. Must be able to follow instructions and standard clinical procedures and have a genuine interest in high quality nursing. Must have the ability to follow verbal and written directions and have good physical and mental health. Must have manual dexterity to handle instructions, current knowledge of nursing procedures and be able to maintain a friendly work environment. Empathetic understanding of the sick is also of importance. Ability to lead and manage others. Working knowledge of computer operation and use.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Ability to assess, organize and plan; demonstrated skills in problem identifications and problem solving.
2. Ability to exercise judgment and work independently under general direction.
3. Ability to work flexible hours.
4. Ability to function as a team member.
5. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with staff, patients, community partners and more.
6. Computer literate and capable of operating an EMR.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Requires a high level of mental and physical exertion. At times, you will need to be able to perform under pressure and emergency conditions. Will require both mental and physical flexibility to meet the dynamic demands of the healthcare environment. Requires decision-making capacity within the parameters of the organization’s policies/procedures and current standards of care. Potential exists for exposure to hazardous risks of nursing practice, infectious disease, hazardous substances and musculoskeletal injuries. Moderate amounts of walking, standing, lifting of patients, equipment and supplies.

SOFTWARE SKILLS: Experience with eClinical Works is a plus. Must be proficient with MS office suite.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Normal office environment with occasional evening or weekend work
2. Periodic local, state and national travel; travel between Health Center and Administrative Sites
3. Physical Demands: Lifting, bending, reaching, pushing, carrying, sitting, vision corrected in normal range, hearing corrected in normal range
4. Hazardous Conditions: Exposure to infectious diseases; potential exposure to physical violence
5. Machines, equipment, tools and supplies used: computer, postage machine, fax, copier, calculator, multi-line phone system

ADA REQUIREMENTS: Constant interpersonal skills, teamwork, customer service, reading, speaking, writing and understanding English, and problem analysis. Frequent creativity, mentoring, presentations/teaching. Frequent decision making and independent judgment or action. Frequent keyboarding, sitting, standing, hearing and talking. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ORGANIZATIONAL DISCLAIMER: Job descriptions are designed to outline primary duties, responsibilities and qualification requirements, and should not limit additional duties and responsibilities as assigned. It is our expectation that each employee offers their services wherever and whenever deemed necessary to ensure the success of the organization.

As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, RHCA, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin or ancestry, religion, marital status, age, disability status, veteran status or any other reason prohibited by law.