Licensed Practical Nurse - Operatory

SUMMARY:

Under direct supervision of physician(s), Nurse Supervisor (or designee) render nursing care to patients using a nursing process and in accordance with established organizational policies and procedures. Demonstrate consideration of the aging process throughout the life span of the patient, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Consistently applies the Brown Urology’s values of patient care priority, dignity, collaboration, integrity and quality in support of our mission to deliver compassionate, high-quality patient care, research excellence and outstanding physician education. Responsible for knowing and acting in accordance with the Brown Urology’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.

Consistently practices the Brown Urology’s Customer Service Standards.

• Provides patient care under the supervision of a site physician(s).
• Provides leadership by delegating, supervising, and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family members and community services regarding the patient care outcome.
• Maintains vaccine records as mandated by the State.
• Performs EKG’s, pulmonary function tests, Holter monitors and other assorted medical testing.
• Access and provide appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.
• Participates in site-based quality improvement and research activities (if applicable).
• Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost-effective patient care.
• Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory safety/education and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.
• Identifies growth needs and participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.
• Maintains medical supply inventory.
• May answer phones, greet patients, collect co-pays, and schedule appointments.
• Serves as a role model and trains less experienced personnel.
• Demonstrates flexibility to perform duties wherever volume deems it necessary within the office.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• LPN licensure in the state of Rhode Island
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, which consideration of the aging process, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

One to two years of experience in a physician practice group setting.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Conditions common to a clinical practice environment including potential exposure to communicable diseases, medicinal preparations, and hazardous materials. Involves frequent contact with patients. Work may be stressful at times.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None

APPROVED BY:

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Date

EOE/F/M/Vet/Disabled