What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position at Friend Health?
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)-Charge Nurse works in collaboration with the Clinical Nurse Manager to support the daily operations of the clinic. The LPN-Charge Nurse has the responsibility of supervising the workflow between MA and providers. This position provides a wide variety of nursing services to the clinic patients under the direct supervision of a registered professional nurse or physician. Such services can be therapeutic or diagnostic procedures and/or administration of medication.
II. Educational Requirements
• Current Illinois LPN License. Graduate from a state approved course of study and successful completion of a
pharmacology course.
III. Experience & Training
• Two - five years of experience in a health care environment; preferably in an outpatient setting. Requires the
knowledge and skill necessary to provide care appropriate to all age groups.
IV. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
• Works under the direct supervision of the Clinical Nurse Manager and indirect supervision of the Director
of Nursing and/or Chief Medical Officer.
• Provides daily managing of Lead Medical Assistants and Medical Assistants.
• Performs any or all duties involving direct patient care as assigned by the Clinical Nurse Manager and/or
Physician (Provider) and with the scope of the Nurse Practice Act, FFHC and Nursing policies and procedures.
• Utilizes the educational assessment of the patient and family to appropriately implement, evaluate and
document patient and family education.
• Assists the Provider with patient examinations or diagnostic procedures.
• Assists with the collection of specimens, phlebotomy, and EKG.
• Adheres to and documents all aspects of patient care according to FFHC policies and procedures.
• Performs special procedures, i.e. ear wax removal, breathing treatment, etc.
• Maintains orderly environment in clinical areas assuring adequate supplies in compliance with regulations.
• Administers medication and immunization under the supervision of the clinical nurse manager or Health Care
Provider.
• Provides telephone and in person triaging of medically related problems or requests.
• Monitors, reviews, and acts upon (if necessary) daily incoming patient results for abnormalities, i.e.. lab, x-ray,
hemocult slides, etc.
• Is accountable for communicating all changes in patient's biophysical and emotional status to the Provider.
• Utilizes appropriate patient care protocol relating to the physical, psychological, and development needs of all
age groups.
• Consistently communicates with the Clinical Nurse Manager, team members, and providers to enhance
quality of patient care and ambulatory care activities.
• Incorporates cost-effective measures into practice to assure proper use of time, supplies, and personnel.
• Contributes to creating a work climate that encourages positive staff morale, motivation, and
commitment for all who participate in the care of patients.
• Follows verbal and written directions and responds appropriately to constructive feedback.
• Actively participates in staff meetings. Assists with the orientation of new or temporary employees.