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LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE I, LPN I (School Based Program)

8 months ago

Miami

Job Description POSITION PURPOSE: Provide nursing care for selected patients under skilled nursing (RN) supervision. Assist in delivery of health care as member of team. POSITION REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Experience: Graduate from a standard High School or GED equivalence. Graduate from an approved Licensed Practical Nurse Program. One to two years experience in acute care or ambulatory care setting desired. Licensure / Certification: Licensed to practice as a LPN in the State of Florida. Maintain current CPR certification from the American Heart Association. Maintain current First Aid certification; First Aid certification must follow American Heart Association guidelines. Skills / Ability: Bilingual skills (English/Spanish, English/Creole) desired. Must have excellent communication skills. Ability to type 25 WPM. Basic computer knowledge desired. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES (THIS IS A NON-EXEMPT POSITION) QUALITY OF WORK Consistently gives accurate attention to all details. Communicates effectively and expresses ideas clearly; actively listens and always follows appropriate channels of communication Consistently greets patients and treats patients respectfully. Follows standard Nursing Policies and Procedures for all care given. Administers all medications ordered by the provider using standardized safe guards to ensure safety and accuracy Follows M-DCPS guidelines and protocols for Medication Administration in the schools. Delivers health care teaching to patients at the level they can understand. Participates in Performance Improvement activities and compiles accurate observations for reports. Participates in the monitoring process that assures that all equipment and supplies are available and safe for patient care. Participates in tracking PAP’s, immunizations and any other preventive health measures. Demonstrates concern for patient flow. Always cross checks paperwork to ensure accuracy of medical records. Anticipates provider’s needs when preparing patients. Follows Policies and Procedures for infection control. Prepares areas for next day’s patient’s care to maintain patient flow; very thorough and accurate. Cleans area for next day patients care to reduce delays. Knowledgeable and comfortable with Intergy (EHR) System. Follows established policies for Health Information Management in the School Based Setting. Completes accurate and timely documentation in EHR within the same day of intervention. Provide students with parental consent forms to be completed by parent or guardian. Check students for official hall pass to the School Based Center. QUANTITY OF WORK Produces a consistent volume of acceptable work. Prioritizes tasks assigned and requests help as needed to maintain productivity. Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner. Finds appropriate tasks to do in down time. Assists team members with other tasks to improve patient satisfaction. Always able to carry out providers’ orders timely and accurately to expedite patient care. Willing to accept other duties not ordinarily assigned to expedite patient care; team player. Completes reviews and assessments of student records such as the cumulative health record and emergency health information. Completes collection of accurate data for reporting for the program funder The Children’s Trust. Contacts parents of students who are out of compliance with immunizations. Collects and tracks the number of parental consents for both medical and oral health services. Conducts mandated health screenings/follow-ups and completes accurate data collection for program funder The Children’s Trust. Collects Chronic Disease data, Students Requiring Medication & Procedures for reporting to the program funder The Children’s Trust. Conduct oral health risk assessments and screenings, administers fluoride varnish applications with parental consents. Assists with planning, coordinating and tracking the number of Child Specific Training provided to parents, school faculty, and students. Conducts, tracks, reports and documents all health education provided. Assists with the development, review and revision of the individualized student health care plan (IHCP), with parental consent. Tracks required data for reporting purposes to the funder The Children’s Trust. KNOWLEDGE OF JOB Possesses general knowledge of the CHI System, procedures, location of all departments, treatment areas and other patient services. Adheres to Departmental Policies and Procedures in performing duties and assignments. Generally knowledgeable regarding the required work to be done. Demonstrates the ability to work with a diverse population. Understands the importance of the computer environment and is willing to learn new skills. Discharges patients, taking off providers’ orders for follow-up care and treatment. Knows the limitations of job and reports appropriately to the supervisor. Follows established Policies and Procedures for administering medication. JUDGEMENT AND DECISION MAKING Seeks guidance and direction as necessary for the successful completion of job duties. Consistently combines ethical judgment with technical skill within the policies and legal guidelines of CHI. Follows written and verbal instructions as directed. Always attempts to understand co-workers needs and responds accordingly. Recognizes his/her role in the department and how it relates to the overall function of CHI. Actively participates as a team member and adds to the morale of the unit. Triages each patient in privacy under the guidance of the supervisor or the provider. Assesses and reports medical findings to the patient’s provider. Documents medical or any interaction with a patient. Completes B&E (billing and encounter) forms within the same day of intervention. Provides accurate and timely documentation in patient charts within the same day of intervention. PLANNING AND TIME UTILIZATION/INITIATIVE Consistently uses available time to departmental advantage and assists where needed. Adapts and is flexible in order to meet changing departmental needs and priorities. Consistently performs as a self-starter who needs no reminders of duties and/or tasks which need to be completed. Reports to the supervisor any suggestions for changes in Policies or Procedures that would improve efficiency. Initiates new ideas and shares with team members. Dependable when called upon to assist in departmental needs. Assists with monitoring patient’s rooms to maintain OSHA guidelines, i.e. PPEs in rooms, etc. RELATIONS/CARE Consistently maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition. Observes CHI’s Uniform Dress Code and wears identification badge at all times. Performs all daily functions in accordance with CHI Policies and Procedures. Recognizes and evaluates personal strengths and weaknesses; handles personal and professional frustration appropriately. Adheres to emergency procedures, fire drills, evacuation procedures and internal/external disaster plans. Conducts visual inspection of Fire Extinguisher in or near School Based Center (Health Suite). Assists in obtaining Fire Drill reports to meet Joint Commission requirements Relates and interacts well with others, regardless of sociological background. Handles all communications, including telephone information requests with courtesy, accuracy and respect for confidentiality; receives information and distributes messages as necessary. Respects the rights, privacy and property of others at all time. Establishes a good rapport and professional working relationship with all departmental personnel; maintains appropriate interdepartmental personnel; maintains appropriate interdepartmental communications. WORK HABITS Reports to work on time and ready to work with minimal absenteeism Never abuses or takes advantage of sick time or personal leave days. Provides proper notification and advance notice of absence or tardiness. Returns to work on time from lunch or breaks. Maintains current license and/or meet continuing education requirements. Staff due for renewal must complete the fingerprinting renewal process within (4) months prior to the expiration date of the original fingerprinting date. The renewal process is only complete once the picture ID is obtained. Reimbursement will be provided upon proof of receipts. Attends in-service training when scheduled. Adheres to Infection Control Policies and Procedures, including Universal Precautions. Utilizes Personal Protective Equipment appropriately such as, but not limited to, gloves, face shields or masks and eye protection to prevent the transmission of blood borne pathogens. Follows department and CHI’s safety policies. Reports safety hazards immediately when identified. Provides proper notification and advance notice for absence or tardiness. Adheres to Confidentiality Policies and Procedures / HIPAA Regulations. Performs other duties as assigned, including variable shifts if needed, travel from school to school is required as needed.

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