Licensed Practical Nurse\/Licensed Vocational Nurse
Beverly Hills, California
Employer: Compunnel
Industry:
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Part-Time
Job Description:
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides competent, compassionate nursing care to patients and families under the direct guidance and supervision of a physician and Nurse Manager. The LPN collaborates with physicians and other staff members to ensure a quality-based, customer-oriented flow of work throughout the ambulatory practice while serving as a resource for clinical and clerical support staff.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Skills/Abilities/Competencies Required:
Licenses, Certifications, and/or Registrations:
Education:
Experience:
Certification: Basic Life Support
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides competent, compassionate nursing care to patients and families under the direct guidance and supervision of a physician and Nurse Manager. The LPN collaborates with physicians and other staff members to ensure a quality-based, customer-oriented flow of work throughout the ambulatory practice while serving as a resource for clinical and clerical support staff.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide physical care and emotional support to patients and families under the direct supervision of the Nurse Manager and Medical Director.
- Participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care and treatment plans.
- Observe, report, and record pertinent patient information into the electronic health record system in accordance with Dermatology Service protocols.
- Identify patient care needs and utilize nursing resources appropriately.
- Support and reinforce the patient teaching plan, educating patients about proper medication usage.
- Provide instruction to patients regarding wound care.
- Administer medications within parameters defined by the Dermatology Service after successful orientation and perform nursing procedures accordingly.
- Photograph patients with various skin conditions using a variety of photographic procedures, techniques, and equipment.
- Participate in Quality Assurance activities and support peers in maintaining established standards of care.
- Triage urgent clinical calls, which may result in scheduling patient appointments, including Telehealth appointments.
- Inform patients of pathology, lab results, and plans of care.
- Utilize In-Basket messages to monitor all biopsies and ensure all necessary therapies are administered as scheduled.
- Provide clinical nursing coverage across Medical Dermatology specialty services.
- Obtain prior authorizations for medications as needed.
- Participate in developing and implementing new ideas in nursing practice; engage in daily activities that enhance patient comfort and safety.
- Appropriately utilize and conserve equipment and supplies.
- Order medical supplies and maintain appropriate inventories.
- Provide input to the Nurse Manager regarding perceived unit needs.
- Participate in unit and service committees.
- Ensure the physical environment is maintained and compliant with established protocols.
- Establish and enforce annual fire and safety regulations for the practice, ensuring compliance with the Joint Commission, OSHA, and Hospital guidelines.
- Troubleshoot routine/non-routine problems and implement corrective measures.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development across the patient's lifespan.
- Assess patient data relative to age-specific needs and provide care as outlined in departmental policies and procedures.
- Consider feedback from patients, families, and visitors, relaying insights to the Nurse Manager for practice improvement.
Skills/Abilities/Competencies Required:
- Maintain and update clinical knowledge and skills through relevant continuing education programs.
- Attend Nurses Association meetings.
- Exhibit knowledge and dedication to the highest standards of patient care and service excellence.
- Take initiative and exercise independent judgment, decision-making, and problem-solving expertise.
- Demonstrate a team-oriented attitude and the ability to work independently while effectively interacting with physicians, managers, and staff.
- Possess effective interpersonal/communication skills, organizational abilities, and flexibility to handle multiple tasks.
- Administer injections as required.
Licenses, Certifications, and/or Registrations:
- Current state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse required.
- BLS certification required.
Education:
- Graduate of an approved LPN program required.
Experience:
- LPN experience of 1+ years preferred.
- Experience with EMR systems, specifically PointClick Care, is an advantage.
Certification: Basic Life Support
Created: 2024-10-16
Reference: YADDC5151315
Country: United States
State: California
City: Beverly Hills
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