Licensed Practical Nurse Full Time
- Employer
- ConvenientMD
- Location
- Lynn, MA
- Closing date
- Oct 2, 2022
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Job Description$4,000 Sign on Bonus
Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
At ConvenientMD we're on a mission to make good health more convenient for all - working to improve how patients and providers experience healthcare in New England. To support this belief, we're building a team of dedicated professionals who genuinely care about improving lives, are passionate about work that can make a difference, and driven to learn from one another.
The LPN/LVN is a licensed practical/vocational nurse, functioning under the Medical Direction of Convenient MD. The LPN is provided with the education and skills of medication administration, patient education, and general clinical skills. The LPN will work in place of an MA, UCT or CCT when unavailable, and work in addition to the RN
Job Responsibilities:
1. Vision testing
2. Hearing/audiometry testing
3. Urine drug screen testing
4. Breath alcohol testing
5. Lift testing
6. Peak flow testing
7. Pulmonary function testing (spirometry)
8. Impact Testing
9. Ear Irrigation
10. Eye wash flushing
11. Wound soaking & cleansing.
12. Tuberculosis screening
13. Point of care testing: Strep, FLU, RSV, SARs-CoV-2, Capillary Glucose, Mono, HCG, Urinalysis, FOBT/Guaiac, Lipid Panel (obtained via CardioChek Analyzer), Chemistry & CBC
Qualifications:
Physical Requirements:
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants rarely meet every single job requirement, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process is designed to prevent discrimination against applicants regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, disability status, or any other aspect which makes you unique. If you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
At ConvenientMD we're on a mission to make good health more convenient for all - working to improve how patients and providers experience healthcare in New England. To support this belief, we're building a team of dedicated professionals who genuinely care about improving lives, are passionate about work that can make a difference, and driven to learn from one another.
The LPN/LVN is a licensed practical/vocational nurse, functioning under the Medical Direction of Convenient MD. The LPN is provided with the education and skills of medication administration, patient education, and general clinical skills. The LPN will work in place of an MA, UCT or CCT when unavailable, and work in addition to the RN
Job Responsibilities:
- Patient triage, to include but not limited to: vital signs; medical history; observational examination. LPN may interview, collect data and make observations to contribute to the plan of care. The LPN may not make an independent nursing diagnosis or initiate a plan of care.
- Assist with any and all patient exams, testing and procedures under the direction of the provider (i.e. I&Ds, pelvic exams, splinting, casting, etc.)
- Assist with the following testing & procedures:
1. Vision testing
2. Hearing/audiometry testing
3. Urine drug screen testing
4. Breath alcohol testing
5. Lift testing
6. Peak flow testing
7. Pulmonary function testing (spirometry)
8. Impact Testing
9. Ear Irrigation
10. Eye wash flushing
11. Wound soaking & cleansing.
12. Tuberculosis screening
13. Point of care testing: Strep, FLU, RSV, SARs-CoV-2, Capillary Glucose, Mono, HCG, Urinalysis, FOBT/Guaiac, Lipid Panel (obtained via CardioChek Analyzer), Chemistry & CBC
- Sterile technique in wound care management, dressing application, trauma patients, burn care and instrument cleaning and sterilization
- Suture & staple removal
- Blood draw/phlebotomy
- Insert & monitor peripheral venous access if accredited/board approved IV therapy course has been completed
- Airway management through nebulizer treatment, oral suctioning, oxygen administration & ventilation with AMBU bag.
- Cardiac Management through application of 12 Lead ECG, CPR-Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, and defibrillation by AED
- Prepare PD-Rx medications (ME & NH)
- Administration of immunizations
- Medication administration as outlined by the CMD Licensed Practical Nurse scope of practice
- Administration of hot & cold packs
- Assist with patient call backs to include, but not limited to, answering of patient questions, reporting test results, medication/therapy changes
- Assist with calling in prescriptions to patient requested pharmacy
- Reporting of Communicable Diseases
- Ensures operation of clinical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; calling for repairs or reporting repair needs to clinic PM
- Assists in maintaining adequate clinical supplies inventory by checking & notating when stock levels are low
- Keeps work area and exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly
- Maintains accurate, complete records & reports
- Documents patient education and care in EMR and all other applicable areas
- Interact with patients in a positive and helpful manner, provide information and assistance as needed
- Maintains confidentiality with all patient information by upholding HIPAA laws and rules
- Complies with all ConvenientMD policies, protocols & procedures
- Participates in the training of new team members.
- Other duties as required or assigned
Qualifications:
- Two years of experience preferred; urgent care or ED experience preferred
- Licensed LPN
- AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers Certification Preferred; American Red Cross BLS Certification Accepted
- IV Therapy Certification preferred
- Must be able to work 12hr shifts and weekends
Physical Requirements:
- Requires the ability to stand and sit for hours at a time. Some bending and stooping is required.
- Must be able to use manual dexterity in relation to clinical requirements.
- Must be able to lift 50lbs.
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants rarely meet every single job requirement, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process is designed to prevent discrimination against applicants regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, disability status, or any other aspect which makes you unique. If you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you.
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