Clinic Licensed Practical Nurse

Description

Location: Longview, WA

Rate: $28.00-$40.00/hr

Schedule: Monday - Thursday

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Clinic Licensed Practical Nurse to join our healthcare team. The Clinic LPN - is responsible for providing clinical, administrative, and facility support within their scope of practice to ensure efficient operation of the clinic. This position supports providers and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care, clinic maintenance, and communication with other Ideal Option departments. The Clinic LPN will provide clinical and non-clinical support as needed and directed by the organization. This role requires excellent patient care, attention to detail, and adherence to best practices in medication administration.

Key Responsibilities:

• •Administrative tasks to support efficient clinic flow for in-person and virtual patients
• •Obtain and maintain required patient documentation, consents, and releases
• •Collect patient copays and other payments as required by insurance plans and clinic policies
• •Maintain accountability for in-clinic funds, including secure handling of payments and completion of bank deposits
• •Facilitate a positive patient experience through professional communication and customer service
• •Provide clinical support within the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) scope of practice and in accordance with provider orders, clinic policies, and applicable regulations, including:
• •Phlebotomy
• •Urine collection (in special circumstances as direct by provider)
• •Accurate collection and recording of vital signs
• •Medication reconciliation
• •Observed dosing
• •Administer subcutaneous (SubQ) and intramuscular (IM) injections in accordance with provider orders and established clinical protocols
• •Provide patient education and answer questions regarding treatment plans under the direction of the provider
• •Collaborate with providers and interdisciplinary team members to support patient recovery and treatment goals
• •Perform routine maintenance and cleaning
• •Responsible for ensuring adequate stock of supplies, completing inventory, and orders as needed
• •Complies with national PHI laws including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2
• •Maintains punctual and reliable attendance in compliance with the Ideal Option policy
• •Works cooperatively to ensure the success of their team by providing support and training as appropriate
• •Maintain consistent and regular communication with team members across multiple platforms
• •Dynamic responsibilities, including potential needs for:
• •Community outreach
• •Clinic development
• •Other projects as needed

Requirements

Qualifications:

• •Active Unencumbered LPN License in WA
• •Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in an outpatient clinic or hospital setting.
• •Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)Medical terminology
• •Experienced with computers, including Microsoft Office Suite
• •Effective written and verbal communication
• •Previous knowledge of de-escalation techniques preferred, but not required
• •Ability to adapt to unique patient needs and communication styles
• •A knowledge of or propensity to learn about chemical dependency and its effects on individuals, families, and communities
• •Ability to work independently or team setting
• •Ability to work with underserved, vulnerable populations
• •Strong commitment to actively supporting an ethical open working environment

Preferred Experience:

Experience with drawing blood.

Work Environment:

• •General office environment: Works generally at a desk in a well-lighted, air-conditioned cubicle/office, with moderate noise levels
• •Virtual support from the Regional Director/Nurse Care Team Lead - daily, periodic onsite clinic visits
• •Routine All-Employee virtual meetings for organizational updates

Physical Demands:

• •Sitting or standing required
• •Long periods in front of a computer monitor
• •Significant amount of typing required
• •Occasionally lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
• •Squat/Bend/Kneel/Reach

Schedule Requirements:

• •Clinic Location dependent.
• •Travel Requirements:
• •Local travel may be required, and opportunity for domestic travel as needed by the organization.