Job Information
Community Council of Idaho LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (Community Family Clinic)- Clinic/Idaho Falls in Idaho Falls, Idaho
This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2173530
Regular Full Time Status: Exempt / SALARY
Reports to: Clinic Administrator
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (This is not an exhaustive list of all duties/responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned)
- Observe, record, and report on the condition of patients including adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
- Medical responsibilities:
- Take vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.
- Prepare and give injections and enemas.
- Apply dressings, give alcohol rubs and massages, apply ice packs and hot water bottles, and monitor catheters.
- Collect samples for testing.
- Perform routine laboratory tests.
- Schedule patients for doctors
- Make sure immunizations are current and documented.
- Follow through with recommendations.
- Complete patient documentation on the EMR system, using the Electronic Medical Records system.
- Medication responsibilities:
- Ensure they are organized and stored properly.
- Administer meds and topical treatments as prescribed per individual medication protocols (follow 6 step procedures)
- Document following med administration.
- Record med errors and submit reports per policy.
- Follow proper drug disposal procedures.
- IV Care responsibilities:
- May hang plain IV solutions/antibiotics if the medication is pre-mixed by the pharmacy.
- Sterilization Responsibilities:
- Ensure sterilization of equipment
- Prepare patients for procedures.
- Documentation responsibilities:
- Maintain medical management records.
- Ensure you have a permanent medical record book that contains assessments, flow charts (1 yr), authorizations, incident reports, medical history, progress notes, and other pertinent info.
- Supervise CMAs
- Demonstrate awareness and sensitivity to cultural issues and community practices of children and families.
- Ability to multi-task, manage time, meet deadlines, and remain calm and professional under pressure.
- Maintain standards of confidentiality of CC Idaho clients and records
- Maintain strict confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA standards.
- Perform all work duties and activities in compliance with
- CC Idaho, Joint Commission, OSHA, and HIPAA regulations
Qualifications
Required
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and possession of an unencumbered license
- Ability to read, speak, and write English in a business setting.
- Current driver\'s license and proof of auto insurance
- Must pass a background check.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment and be proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Evidence of no communicable disease
Preferred
- Ability to read, speak, and write in both English/Spanish in a business setting.
Required Physical Demands
- Is frequently required to stand; walk; climb or balance, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; reach with hands and arms; grasping/holding.
- Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment
Work in an office setting; the work may be stressful; the noise level is moderate; may be exposed to electrical shock and fumes or airborne particles.
If you are interested in becoming a leader, making a difference, and inspiring others then apply today to become a part of CC Idahos team.
We offer a wide range of benefits. Whats in it for you
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- - Low deductibles - Low employee premiums
Group Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance
Long/Short Term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Daycare)
Roth & Traditional 401K
- - Available after 1 yr. of employment - Employer match up to 4.5%
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
AFLAC
Legal Shield
Benefit Continuation (COBRA)
Leave Benefits:
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