Licensed Practical Nurse Lead-Outpatient
About the role
Provides clinical oversight and guidance to the clinical work and work flows for assigned personnel. May be involved in the annual performance review process, problem solving, and the quality improvement activities for the office. Provides safe, therapeutic and efficient care and services to patients. Functions as a member of the health care team at an intermediate nursing level to assist in the planning and implementation of patient care based upon sound nursing judgment, clinical preparation, knowledge, skills and experience. Nursing care is provided in accordance with the provisions of the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. This classification functions under the Clinical Nursing Coordinator when the Clinical Nursing Coordinator has multiple practices and has 15 or more direct report clinical FTE's. These responsibilities, duties and oversight of staff may vary depending upon the practice/specialty to which assigned.
Responsibilities
- Performs the duties of a Physician Office Nurse.
- Ensures the required documentation of quality control inspections are completed, which may include documentation of temperature readings, expiration date assessment and the maintenance of emergency supplies and equipment.
- Assists in the referral process by answering questions from other staff regarding referrals.
- Performs clinical supply ordering/receiving.
- Acts as a clinical resource for staff and patients. Provides a high level of customer service for both internal as well as external customers.