LPN-Clinic

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Current unencumbered licensure with the WV Board of Licensed Practical Nurses, or the appropriate state board where services will be provided, as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

2. State criminal background check and Federal (if applicable), as required for regulated areas.

3. Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Five (5) years' experience as an LPN.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EXPERIENCE:

1. Specialized LPN experience.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Provide hands-on assistance to patients in accordance with the care plan, including preparing or administering medications, performing basic tests, assisting with procedures, and obtaining specimens under the supervision of an RN or physician.

2. Act as a point of contact for patients, coordinating appointments, testing, and procedures as needed. Work with scheduling departments to ensure timely care.

3. Support care plan implementation by assisting in the implementation of care plans developed by RNs and physicians, ensuring appropriate follow-up and delivery of care as per the established plan.

4. Assist with obtaining prior authorizations for patient services, working with healthcare providers and insurance companies as needed.

5. Provide basic education to patients about their conditions and treatments under the direction of an RN or healthcare provider.

6. Accurately documents patient care activities, assessments, and progress according to departmental guidelines and under the supervision of an RN or physician.

7. Work with RNs, physicians, and other healthcare providers to ensure the continuity and quality of patient care. Assist in administrative tasks as necessary to support patient care delivery.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 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.

1. Heavy/Hard work: Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching,positioning of patients, standing, walking, carrying of patients, materials and equipment weighing35+lbs.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Position is frequently exposed to blood and bodily fluids; possible exposure to harmful toxins. There is regular exposure to communicable disease.

2. Travel may be necessary in departments with multiple locations.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Uses competent clinical practice and critical thinking skillsto efficiently deliverpatient care while maximizing efficient use of resources.

2. Ability to be flexible in response to changes in work volume, staff and scheduling changes.

3. Knowledge of and appropriate application of the nursing processes.

4. Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families, physicians, and other employees in both verbal and written form.

5. Possesses the interpersonal skills to positively and effectively communicate, negotiate, and resolve conflict.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.