LPN
Company: Nuvance Health
Location: Highland
Posted on: January 24, 2023
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Job Description:
$4,000 - Sign-On Bonus for Full-time externals, pro-rated for
Part-time Nuvance Health has a network of convenient hospital and
outpatient locations plus multiple primary and specialty care
physician practices locations, including The Heart Center, a
leading provider of cardiology care, and two urgent care offices.
Non-acute care is offered through various affiliates, including the
Thompson House for rehabilitation and skilled nursing services, and
the Home Care organizations. REPORTS TO: Supervisor/Practice
Manager SUMMARY: Performs tasks and responsibilities within the
framework of case finding, health teaching, health counseling, and
provision of supportive and restorative care under the direction of
a registered nurse or licensed health care provider.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND STANDARDS Responsibility I 1. Patient Care 1.2
Greet patients in waiting area, escort patients to clinical areas;
escort patients to check-out. 1.3 Answer patient questions with
regard to day's appointment, treatments and follow-up. 1.4
Telephone call-backs, and telephone care as directed by
physician/provider and RN. 1.5 Patient counseling and education as
directed by provider (verbal, brochures, handouts). 1.6 Focus on
patient needs while maintaining an organized and efficient workflow
as established by HQMP policies and standards. 1.7 Responsible for
HPN and NYSIIS immunization registration reprinting and account
updates if applicable. Responsibility II 2. Patient Encounters 2.1
Preparation of medical record in advance of appointment. This
includes anticipatory tasks such as consent forms, ABNs, PHI
Release, obtaining medical records from other providers/facilities,
and updating of EMR, when appropriate. 2.2 Patient check-in: obtain
and document chief complaint, vital signs, history, ordered CLIA
waived tests; Capture charges for provision of ancillary services.
2.3 Assists patients with the completion of patient summaries,
medication/allergy reconciliation at every office visit, history
forms, and in obtaining appropriate treatment consents. 2.4 Prepare
patient and exam room; chaperone and assist physician/provider with
examination, procedures and treatments if needed. 2.5 Administer
and document injections, dispense and document medications as
directed by physician/provider. 2.6 Labeling and handling of labs,
paps, cultures, biopsies and other specimens; Preparation of
laboratory and imaging requisitions. 2.7 Assist with coordination
of further patient care and follow-up, and carry out tasks as
directed by RN and/or physician/provider. This may include
communication with patient, hospital, labs, imaging centers,
pharmacies, physician offices, insurance plans. 2.8 Clean and
prepare exam room for next encounter. 2.9 Document all
activities/interventions, patient/family responses, tests and
treatments, in the medical. 3.0 Assumes responsibility for patient
flow. 3.1 Ensure that patients have follow up testing and
appointment with physicians. Responsibility III 3. General Duties
3.1 Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with HIPAA
regulations, and state regulation with regard to confidentiality;
Maintain compliance with infection control, OSHA guidelines, and
clinical standards. 3.1a Maintain infection control measures with
all patient contact. Comply with standards of Infection Control and
Quality Improvement Policies and Procedures at all times. 3.1b
Promotes a safe and efficient working environment by adhering to
safe equipment and supply handling Policies and Procedures at all
times. 3.1c Immediately reports all incidents, irregularities,
unsafe conditions, equipment and/or unusual occurrences to Site
Supervisor. 3.2 Keep and maintain daily log of all
laboratory/imaging requisitions. 3.3 Daily reconciliation of lab
reports/imaging including documentation, as appropriate. 3.4
Maintain good communication with providers and staff on issues of
patient care in the spirit of teamwork. 3.5 Demonstrates knowledge
of age appropriate care. 3.6 Assists with training and orientating
new LPN staff. 3.7 Utilizes available education materials, program,
nursing literature and resources personnel for professional
development. 3.8 Demonstrates self-motivation by using unassigned
time to perform duties that facilitate the smooth operations of
HQMP. 3.9 Attend mandatory staff meetings and in-services training
as required. Floats to other HQMP/HQUICC locations as required.
Responsibility IV 4. Physical Plant 4.1 Stock exam rooms and
bathrooms. 4.2 Clean and sterilize instruments. 4.3 Daily and
periodic maintenance and testing of medical equipment as directed.
4.4 Organize, inventory, and maintain medical supplies monitor
medications and supplies for expiration dates. 4.5 Maintain
adequate supply of laboratory specimen/transport media. 4.6 Assist
office staff with filing, scanning, and other clerical needs.
Responsibility V 5. Guest and Public Relations: Demonstrate regard
for the dignity and respect of all patients, family members,
visitors, and staff 5.1 Display a caring and courteous attitude.
5.2 Promote and contribute positively to intra-departmental and
inter-departmental relationships with no more than two complaints
in a six-month period. 5.3 Maintain the confidentiality of
employees and departmental information with no infractions. 5.4
Adhere to departmental and hospital dress codes as observed by
manager including Health Quest picture identification badge, 100%
of the time. 5.5 Demonstrate willingness to assist co-workers
and/or to accept additional assignments as requested to support the
department efficiency as observed by the manager. 5.6 Respond to
all managers' requests for information in a timely and courteous
manner. 5.7 Demonstrate a high level of mental and emotional
tolerance and even temperament when dealing with people; use tact,
sensitivity and sound judgment at all times. JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Accredited nursing program graduate Current NYS LPN license Current
BLS certification 1 Year experience preferred Ability to multitask
in a fast paced environment PHYSICAL AND MENTAL FACTORS Physical:
Heavy lifting Mental: Moderate stress Location: Highland-240 South
Riverside Road Work Type: Full-Time Standard Hours: 40.00 Work
Shift: Hours vary, M-F, 730a - 630p Department: Highland Physician
Practice EOE, including disability/vets. We will endeavor to make a
reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental
limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the
accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of
our business. If you believe you require such assistance to
complete this form or to participate in an interview, please
contact Human Resources at (for reasonable accommodation requests
only). Please provide all information requested to assure that you
are considered for current or future opportunities.
Keywords: Nuvance Health, Danbury , LPN, Healthcare , Highland, Connecticut
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