ENGLISH / SPANISH BILINGUAL LPN / 40 HOURS / DAYS - BWH BROOKSIDE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER - MEDICAL.
Location: Jamaica Plain Massachusetts
Description: Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) is at present looking to employ ENGLISH / SPANISH BILINGUAL LPN / 40 HOURS / DAYS - BWH BROOKSIDE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER - MEDICAL. right now, this position will be placed in Massachusetts. More details about this position opportunity please give attention to these descript! ions. Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: The Licensed Practical Nurse is an integral member of the healthcare team and is accountable for patient care as assigned by a licensed independent provider (LIP: MD, NP, PA) or a Registered Nurse (RN). The LPN participates in direct and indirect nursing care, health maintenance, patient instruction, collaborative planning and rehabilitationas within scope of practice and consistent with his/her education and training. Developing relationships with patients, families and colleagues, the LPN functions as an interdisciplinary team member who provides quality patient care and contributes toward the attainment of important goals for the patient, the practice and the organization. In addition to the General Summary Statement and Principal Duties and Responsibilities, this job description includes:
Addendum A- Job Specific Tasks, Responsibilities, Skills and Competencies
Addendum B- Physical/ Working Cond! itions PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Job duties and r! esponsibilities may vary by department (see addendum A for more detail) Clinical Duties and Responsibilities :
Demonstrates true engagement and enthusiasm to provide nursing care for patients and families.
Promotes an inclusive environment supportive of patient and family centered care for a diverse community.
Accepts assignments for patient care within the scope of his/her preparation and within current standards of nursing practice. In conjunction with a Licensed Independent Provider (LIP) or RN, participates in the assessment, planning, and evaluation of nursing care delivered.
Collaborates as a member of the health care team, contributing toward a supportive and therapeutic environment that promotes the attainment of patient goals that are specific, measurable, action-oriented, realistic and timely.
Accurately obtains vital signs, elicits information about the patient’s basic health status, administers relevant nursing care within scope of practice! and as directed by the LIP/RN, and documents as appropriate in the electronic health record.
Administers medication as ordered by the LIP and according to established policies and procedures.
Performs routine tests that may include but is not limited to: electrocardiograms, vision and hearing screening, and the collection of specimens for laboratory testing and point of care.
Participates in team-based care and patient education initiatives to support the health and wellness of patients in conjunction with the LIP / RN. Offers basic instruction per protocol or as directed. Reinforces patient instruction as provided by LIP/RN.
Participates in organizational and unit-based quality improvement initiatives and compliance readiness.
Participates in telephone screening of patient calls; may provide instruction to patient when following approved protocol or as directed by the LIP / RN.
Participates in prescription management tasks including preparat! ion of new prescriptions and renewals requiring LIP approval, prior aut! horizations and medication reconciliation.
Appropriately assigns patient care to others within the scope of his/her practice and maintains responsibility for the optimal outcomes of such care.
Demonstrates a commitment to learning, maintaining and developing additional competencies through a variety of methods that may include but not be limited to direct patient care, participation in Center of Nursing Excellence and unit-based learning opportunities, reading journals and maintaining currency in practice. Clinic Operations:
Performs a variety of tasks , including those that may be facilitated by Medical Assistants and administrative staff, which have an effect on the overall operations of the unit. These include flow, stocking of rooms, scheduling tasks and all other duties as assigned.
Appropriately utilizes organizational resources including management of time, supplies, equipment and other assets.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS: Licenses/Certifi! cations: Current LPN Licensure in theCommonwealthof MassachusettsEducation: Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing Program.Experience: Some experience in a healthcare setting preferred. SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: Technical Skills/Competencies Required: Clinical Skills:
Knowledge of practice operations and standards.
Intermediate/advanced knowledge and use of medical terminology.
Basic knowledge of patient education: interviewing and listening skills, teaching and engagement techniques, understanding of health-related conditions and information.
Ability to accurately perform vital signs and obtain pertinent health information including but not limited to; temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, height, and weight.
Ability to administer medication; routes of administration may include injections, intravenous and oral medications as per BWH Nursing Policy Med-01.
Ability to accurately perform basic math calc! ulations as necessary to engage in safe medication administration.
! Ability to participate in the medication reconciliation processes and related prescription management tasks, including prior authorizations.
Knowledge and ability to perform specific procedures and tests as appropriate to the clinical setting.
Communication skills: Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. Communicates in a professional, courteous, clear and concise manner. Facilitates therapeutic relationships between patients, families and other members of the health care team.
Writing Skills: Ability to correspond and communicate with others clearly and effectively in writing (via e-mail, memo or interoffice note, documentation of patient information) and to take complete and accurate messages.
Phone skills: Ability to telephonically support the practice by answering and screening calls, offering information as appropriate and facilitating communication.
Organization Skills: Ability to manage work proces! ses in a neat and orderly way. Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively, follow established protocols, and work within systems.
System Skills: Demonstrates ability to utilizetechnology in the clinical setting. Basic computer skills. Ability to type accurately and enter data at an intermediate level. Ability to become proficient in LMR/BICS/IDXand other appropriate applications. Ability to utilize hand-held technology and download related data to the electronic health record. Addendum A â€"Brookside CHC LPN A. Patient Care Organization1. Accepts assignments for patient care within the scope of his or her preparation. At the health center, the LPN works with internists, pediatricians, nurse practitioners, midwives and OB/GYN Providers. 2. The LPN is responsible for data collection and for incorporating the physical, emotional, and socioeconomic needs for the patient while carrying out the patient plan of care.
Documents according to the documentation standa! rd of the health center and Nursing Department. Updates the health main! tenance sheets, medications and immunizations as appropriate. B. Quality of Care1. Prepares the patient for the health center encounter. Performs nursing treatments and procedures which s/he has demonstrated competency. Performs vital signs, heights and weights. Follows health maintenance guidelines for laboratory testing and immunizations. Performs EKGs, suture removals and assists providers during procedures, and chaperones male providers during pelvic exams.2. Under the guidance of the RN and the patient plan of care, the LPN provides health maintenance teaching for the patient and family. Able to perform basic health teaching regarding temperature taking, family planning, HIV, immunization, wound care and medication use.3. Participates in Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement activities. Performs requirements of grants and other funding agencies.C. Coordination1. Establishes effective collegial and professional relationships with other members of the health care tea! m.2. Serves as a member of nursing, health center and hospital committees and participates in staff meetings.D. Budget1. Makes cost effective use of supplies, equipment and other resources. Understands managed care demands, makes referrals and appointments. 2. Assists in evaluation of products, equipment and systems, which may have an impact on the budget. E . Personnel Management 1. Keeps informed of personnel policies and procedures and incorporates them into practice and behavior as indicated.
Understands performance expectations and meets those standards through self evaluation and periodic formal and informal conferences with their Nurse Manager and/or delegate. F. Education1. Attends and participates in education programs that will promote continued professional development. 2. Assists with planning and/or presentation of continuing education programs as well as with orientation. G. Planning 1. Participates in determining, implementing and evaluating goals and obj! ectives of the unit. 2. Identifies overall health center and BWH Nursin! g Department goals and their impact on the nursing unit, nursing staff and patient care. Physical (add to addendum B)Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods, climb stairs, bend, stretch, lift and have adequate (baseline) sensory functions: sight, smell, hearing and manual dexterity.
Shift: Day Shift.
Saturday AM Rotation Coverage required.
EEO Statement: An EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer Additional Information Bilingual in English/Spanish Required.
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