Job Description

The LPN or MA float requires the ability to float to a variety of locations/departments to meet staffing needs at any RVPCS location. The float works as part of the clinic provider team and assists the Physician, Nurse Practitioner, and/or Physician Assistant in the provision of primary health care. The float provides limited direct patient services and performs specifically designated independent procedures. All duties/responsibilities are accepted as the float nurse's until the regular staff member returns to their location/department.

Safety Sensitive

Reports To:

Director of Nursing/Assistant Director of Nursing/Charge Nurse

Essential Functions:

1. Prepares patients for examination, including the identification of the chief complaint, the taking of vital signs, height, weight, etc., and ensures smooth patient flow throughout the clinic.



2. Keep ill patients comfortable until seen by a physician or nurse practitioner.



3. Assists the physician and family nurse practitioner in health care activities, performance of diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures, and the administration of medications as necessary.



4. Conducts patient screening for hearing, sight, blood pressure and other simple routine procedures and physicals.



5. In the absence of a laboratory technician, performs routine laboratory procedures, collects specimens and prepares them for laboratory pick-up.



6. Maintains patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.



7. Assists with stocking the exam room and special treatment rooms with needed supplies.



8. Participates in the clinic's quality improvement activities and performs duties in accordance with applicable standards.



9. Ensure an appropriate environment for the administration of healthcare by keeping exam rooms, nurses station, all equipment, and other work areas clean, safe, and orderly fashion.



10. Performs other necessary duties as required by the DON/ADON/Charge Nurse to meet the goal of providing primary care services.



11. Properly documents all information related to the patient visit within the electronic medical records system. This can include but is not limited to chief complaint, medications, blood pressure, weight, height, etc. Also responsible for properly documenting all phone calls including advice, patient refills, etc.



12. Supports initiatives such as Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) AND Meaningful Use (MU).



13. Other duties as assigned.

Education:

Successful completion of an approved licensed practical nurse certificate program or approved certified/registered medical assistant program.

Requirements:

1. Current state LPN or MA license or certification.



2. Current and Valid Driver's License.



3. Must be qualified in Basic Life Support Techniques.



4. Availability to travel to any of the RVPCS location with reliable transportation.

Knowledge:

1. Knowledge of licensed practical nursing/registered nursing practices and regulations to assist physician and/or midlevel in providing patient care.



2. Knowledge of how to use medical equipment and instruments to assist physician and/or mid level in providing patient care.



3. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to assist in establishing/maintaining a safe work environment.

Abilities:

1. Ability to relate with warmth and effectiveness to the patients and to the providers of the clinic.



2. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.



3. Ability to handle protected health information (PHI) in a manner consistent with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).

Experience:

Previous clinical preferred but not required.

RVPCS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Job Type: Full-time



Expected hours: No more than 40 per week



Benefits:


403(b) 403(b) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Travel reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road