Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) - PT

Location: Pottsville, Pennsylvania | Part-Time

About the role

The Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse provides a wide variety of clinical and administrative nursing care under the direction of the CBOC Clinic Manager, PACT Provider, and STGi Program Manager at our Community Based Outpatient Clinic.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate basic knowledge of pharmacology and medication administration techniques per facility protocols and state regulations, as prescribed by PACT Provider.
• Work with the PACT team to check-in/check-out patients.
• Participate in all staff meetings and PACT huddles.
• Observe patients and report adverse reactions to medications, treatment, or physical/mental condition.
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and assist during respiratory and cardiac arrest procedures.
• Perform a range of nursing procedures, including dressing changes, suture removal, oxygen administration, wound irrigation, catheterization, injection administration, and venipunctures.
• Prepare patients for laboratory procedures and examinations by providing information and instructions; assist the Primary Care Provider and RN Care Manager upon request.
• Set up and operate therapeutic and emergency equipment, including monitor, EKG, oxygen, automatic electronic defibrillator (AED), and portable suction.
• Maintain universal precautions and infection control practices.
• Assist support staff as needed.
• Document all pertinent patient information in medical records and VISTA to demonstrate quality care delivery and promote continuity of care.
• Assist in maintaining the VISTA (Veteran Health Information Systems and Technology Architecture) clinic reminder tracking system for each enrolled patient.
• Document all pertinent information and complete the VISTA Clinical Reminder Program as outlined by the site-specific VAMC for compliance with Directors Performance Measures.
• Assist in scheduling patients for initial and follow-up appointments in accordance with VA access standards and the patient's medical necessity.
• Ensure patients are informed regarding their plan of care, including lab and diagnostic test results as needed.
• Provide health educational materials and resources to patients and their families for informational purposes.
• Participate in the ongoing Performance Improvement Program between STGi, its Subcontractor(s), and the VAMC.
• Assist in ensuring that all required reports are completed accurately.
• Assist the CBOC Clinic Manager and other staff in maintaining the clinic’s compliance with all federal, state, local, JCAHO, OSHA, Veteran Affairs, STG VA Program, and Subcontractor safety and operational regulations, directives, and standards.
• Assist the RN Care Manager in ensuring all patient information on access/wait time documentation is complete and accurate.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information and support patients' privacy, rights, and safety.
• Apply the basic concepts of customer service techniques, cultural diversity, and age-specific characteristics.
• Document patient reminders, clinical reminders, clinical interaction, and close encounters; answer questions and perform other duties as needed to ensure a beneficial visit, online activity, and/or training and support of the PACT team.
• Make follow-up visits.
• Provide general clerical/administrative support coordination for the unit.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current, full, active, and unrestricted nursing license in Pennsylvania.
• Graduation from an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program.
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or Military Training Network.
• One to three years of current clinical experience working in a similar environment preferred (outpatient clinical and/or other hospital experience in Medical-Surgical, Intensive Care Unit, Emergency Room, or other hospital settings).li>
• Knowledge of basic and complex methods for coordinating and scheduling clinical care.
• Thorough knowledge of variations in anatomy.
• Knowledge and ability to apply practical nursing principles, procedures, and techniques.
• Ability to assess patient condition, recognize adverse signs and symptoms, and react swiftly in emergency situations.
• Ability to follow orders and work under close supervision while demonstrating initiative and independence.
• Ability to provide individualized and group counseling, guidance, and health instruction focused on disease prevention and health maintenance as directed by the provider.
• Ability to provide educational material to patients and/or families regarding proper home health care activities (e.g., giving injections, taking blood pressures, changing wound dressings).
• Knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment, including desired effects, side effects, complications, and patient usage considerations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of age-specific customer service techniques with exceptional verbal, written, and telephone communication skills; adept at handling difficult situations with diplomacy and professionalism.
• Knowledge of specialized terminology associated with work in the facility and in-depth knowledge of terminology used in Primary Care Practice.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software, Electronic Medical Records, and computer maneuverability.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task.

Working Conditions

• Moderate physical activity, including handling objects up to 25 pounds or standing/walking for more than four hours per day.
• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office environment.
• Required to respond to medical emergencies within the clinic, which may involve fast walking or jogging to provide assistance.