LPN, Employee Health Clinic, Per Diem
Company: UMass Memorial Health Care
Location: Leominster
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Title: LPN, Employee Health Clinic, Per Diem
Department: Employee Health Clinic
Requisition #: 233941
Hours: Per Diem/ Mixed As Needed
Shift: 8 hours shifts Variable week days between Monday &
Friday,
Union: SEIU-LPN
Posting Date: 11/23/22
Status: Non-exempt/Hourly
Location: HealthAlliance, Leominster Urgent Care
Position Summary:
Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical
Nurse (LPN) participates in direct and indirect patient care and
health teaching to the full extent of his/her generic and
continuing education, competence and experience. The LPN may
delegate duties to other caregivers as required/permitted and will
consistently provide appropriate supervision. The LPN works with
other staff members in order to meet the goals, objectives and
standards of the unit and contributes to the attainment of
divisional and system wide goals and objectives.
Major Responsibilities:
Participates in the assessment of the patient's health status by
collecting and recording data from documented information,
observation, patient/significant other interview and other health
professionals.
Participates in the nursing diagnosis and patient needs based on
assessment data. Includes physical, psychosocial, cultural,
educational, and spiritual needs as applicable.
Participates in the identification of expected patient
outcomes/goals.
Provides input into patient or caregiver learning needs. As
directed by the Registered Nurse, documents an educational plan
that demonstrates consideration of the patients age, cognitive
level, culture, and preferred method of learning; i.e., printed
matter, video's and/or demonstration.
Documents patient response to interventions/nursing care.
Includes patient and/or significant other in planning for care.
Administers all therapeutic interventions in a safe and efficient
manner.
Administers medication accurately, observing patient response, as
evidenced by documentation in the medical record and the lack of
negative outcomes.
Triages phone calls and executes appropriate follow through.
Assists physicians with treatments, procedures, and special tests
as required, participating in the set up, maintenance, and
disassembly and cleaning of patient equipment
Demonstrates a commitment to promote an office environment that
supports positive public relations and image, effective
communication with patients, visitors, and health team members.
Coordinates the random drug testing program, compiles company
listing and performs quarterly (or as indicated by company) random
pulls, provides written communications to clients and reports done
quarterly
Assist with basic clinical procedures. Performs PFT, BAT, fit
testing, hearing and vision tests, records height and takes vital
signs (temperature, respiration and blood pressure.) Gives non
intravenous injections.
Performs drug screen collections for both DOT and non-DOT drug
screens, using proper chain of custody; ensures preparation for
pick-up and shipment to appropriate laboratory. Conducts
appropriate laboratory tests and quality control procedures
Maintains a working knowledge of occupational health regulations,
ADA guidelines, Federal
Transit Authority regulations and company policies.
Position Qualifications:
Ability to perform detailed assignments with minimal supervision
and work under pressure.
Knowledge of the nursing process for the delivery and management of
patient care from admission to discharge.
Ability to create documentation which is accurate, legible, and
concise.
Ability to complete and maintain all required licensed practical
nurse competencies.
Ability to read, write and speak clearly in English.
EDUCATION:
Successful completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse
Program.
EXPERIENCE:
Prior experience in direct patient care preferred, Occupational
Health experienced preferred
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, ETC.:
Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the Commonwealth
of Massachusetts. Current BLS and CPR Certification
Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an
equivalent combination of education and experience which provides
proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this
description may be substituted for the above requirements.
Keywords: UMass Memorial Health Care, Leominster , LPN, Employee Health Clinic, Per Diem, Healthcare , Leominster, Massachusetts
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