LPN - Physician Office Nurse - Cardiology - Interventional
Company: Wellspan Health Services
Location: Chambersburg
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
Schedule and LocationFull-time: Monday - Friday, Days785 Fifth
Ave, Chambersburg, PA 17201General SummaryPerforms screening to
determine appropriate avenue for care of 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. In
addition, serves as a nursing resource for clinical staff.Duties
and ResponsibilitiesEssential Functions:Obtains patient history and
gathers information.Performs specialized procedures, examinations
and/or tests as ordered and aligned with the Ambulatory Clinical
Scope Document, such as, urinary catheterization, and insertion of
intravenous lines (IV) with an approved IV certification
training.Ensures all patient care areas are adequately stocked with
unexpired supplies and medications.Sterilizes instruments,
equipment, and supplies as required, when applicable. Handles and
stores instruments, equipment and supplies appropriately. Assesses
sterility of instruments, ensures they are intact, and supplies are
set-up.Relays information and facilitates communication between the
provider and the patient concerning patient.In collaboration with
Physician/APP, reinforces health education, counseling, and advice
to patients and families on topics such as healthy lifestyle
changes. Effectively assesses patient educational needs,
prioritizes patients learning needs, identifies barriers to
learning, and uses various educational tools to encourage the
non-adherent patient.Evaluates patients/callers health status based
upon presenting symptoms and follows defined protocols. Determines
the urgency for care and directs patient/caller to the most
appropriate level of care. Should access not be readily available
at the practice, will direct patient/caller to an acceptable
alternative venue of care. Seeks Physician/APP advice
appropriately.Tracks, reviews, and monitors the follow-up of
diagnostic test results to ensure the physician/APP have verified
results and patient has been notified. Provides related education,
counseling, ongoing review, and monitoring regarding diagnostic
tests (i.e., INR results in Anticoagulation Clinic) under the
collaboration of the Physician/APP. Assists in the management of
patient care between visits.Assists in the management of patient
utilization of health care system and provides patient education
relative to health care needs, use of community resources and
responsibilities of membership in managed care.Completes necessary
paperwork, prior authorizations and/or scheduling of appointments
for patients who are ordered diagnostic and therapeutic
services.Maintains patient records to ensure accurate documentation
of the patients medical treatment.Adheres to Health Insurance
Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996.Documents and
processes prescription requests and refills per Physician/APP order
and or policy.Uses Universal Precautions with every patient and
visitor encounter.Common Expectations:Demonstrates a commitment to
patient, visitor, and staff by complying with all applicable safety
regulations.Comprehends the impact of medical errors and
methodology that will lead to the reduction of errors through the
reporting of actual or potential errors, as well as hazardous
conditions.Identifies opportunities to standardize processes and
'error proof' systems that will lead to increased
safety.Participates in safety education programs and their root
cause analyses as required.Maintains established policies and
procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental
and infection control standards.Maintains the cleanliness of work
areas as required.Maintains professional growth and development,
including licensure, required certifications, and mandatory child
reporting education.Provides outstanding service to all customers;
fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through
improvement and innovation.Provides age-appropriate education and
nursing care.Attends meetings as required.Required for All
Jobs:Performs other related duties as identified.WellSpan Health
has adopted and implemented a compliance program to support
WellSpan's values and standards for professionalism, integrity, and
ethics. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of
the organization and the performance expectations of the job, the
department, and the compliance program.WellSpan Health has adopted
and implemented a privacy program to safeguard the patient
information and the business and operational information of the
organization. Expected to support and meet the values and standards
of the organization to safeguard patient and business/operational
information.The above statements are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work being performed. They are not
intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so
classified.Physical Demands:Standing - FrequentlyWalking -
FrequentlySitting - OccasionallyCarrying/Lifting - Occasionally
(50lbs)Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally (50lbs)Kneeling/Crouching -
OccasionallyReaching - OccasionallyTalking - FrequentlyHearing -
FrequentlyRepetitive Motions - OccasionallyEye/Hand/Foot
Coordination - OccasionallyWorking Environment:Occupational Hazards
- OccasionallyBloodborne Pathogen - ExposureQualificationsMinimum
Education:Diploma Program Certificate of completion (degree or
diploma) from an accredited LPN program. Required orAssociates
Degree Certificate of completion (degree or diploma) from an
accredited LPN program. RequiredWork Experience:1 year Clinical
nursing experience. RequiredLicenses:Licensed Practical Nurse Upon
Hire Required orLicensed Practical Nurse Multi State License Upon
Hire Required andBasic Life Support Upon Hire RequiredKnowledge,
Skills, and Abilities:Excellent interpersonal/communications
skills.Models teamwork.Self-motivated and dependable.Able to work
independently.Advanced skills and good communication.Employment
BenefitsSign-on incentives for new employeesMedical, dental and
vision insuranceLife and accidental death insuranceSupplemental
life insuranceRetirement savings planPaid time off (PTO)PTO
bridgingShort-term disabilityEducational assistanceForgivable
loanFlexible spendingCredit unionEmployee recreational
activitiesChildcareComplimentary medicine discountsby Jobble
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