- Delivers direct and indirect patient care in accordance with the LPN Practice Act, hospital and/or physician practice policies, procedures, protocols, and other professional standards of care.
- Collects patient health care data, including VS, weight, chief complaint and pain assessment focusing on the physical, psychosocial, age, cultural, and spiritual needs of the patient.
- Involves the patient/family and other health care providers when appropriate.
- Completes patient care treatments/testing as ordered by the physician.
- Administers medications/immunizations using appropriate routes and techniques specific to age of the patient.
- Complies with completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of documentation.
- Provides education and instruction, within their scope of practice, to patients and families.
- Assists in assessing the patient's educational needs and identifying educational barriers.
- Provides educational material and/or instructions based on assessed needs.
- Documents all education/instruction provided including topic, individual provided to and understanding.
- Maintains collaborative relationship with physicians to achieve desired patient outcomes.
- Prepares patient for examination, treatments, and procedures.
- Assists the physician with treatments and procedures as requested.
- Provides for patient safety in compliance with hospital and physician practice policies.
- Utilize two forms of patient identification before implementing any form of patient care.
- Labels all patient specimens with identifiers per policy.
- Uses patient identifiers on all written documentation, including notes and point of care testing results.
- Assists in compliance with all regulatory agency requirements.
- Performs quality control testing for all point of care testing per policy.
- Participates in non-punitive medication reporting.
- Adheres to infection control process, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections.
- Demonstrates leadership by utilizing the concepts inherent to the practice of the professional nursing.
- Demonstrates an ability to solve problems independently and seeks assistance from immediate supervisor when appropriate.
- Maintains accountability for actions taken.
- Delegates patient care appropriately.
- Effectively functions as a resource person.
- Acts as a patient advocate.
- Performs effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hires and/or students.
- Assists in maintaining/decreasing organizational/departmental costs.
- Assists in the department's compliance with JCAHO and other regulatory agencies.
- Participates in continuous survey readiness for inspections and surveys.
- Coordinates communications between patient/families and physician practice, pharmacies, specialists, and insurance carriers.
- Provides advice based on protocols and physician instructions and directs patients to the appropriate level of care.
- Facilitates patients access to prescription refills based on physician's order.
- Obtains prior authorization and/or assists with indigent programs per physician order based on the patient's financial status or insurance coverage.
- Supports performance improvement initiatives with the physician practice
- Assists in data collection as directed by the manager/physician.
- Incorporates into practice performance improvement initiatives that have been implemented.
- Maintains the environment of care.
- Ensures that supplies in patient care areas are replenished daily.
- Consistently maintains a clean safe environment.
- Performs POC testing as ordered by the physician.
- Completes all quality control testing per policy.
- Identifies results that are out of acceptable range and follows up prior to performing patient testing.
- Uses two patient identifiers, name and DOB, prior to testing.
- Accurately records patient test results on appropriate result form and testing log.
- Prepares forms, copies records, and responds to request per policies and procedures.
- Assists in maintaining the patients' medical record to facilitate filing and retrieval of information.
- Participates in all other office functions as necessary.
- Performs other duties as required.
- Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing
- Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
- Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
- Previous LPN experience.
- Current licensure to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.
- Act 33 with renewal
- Act 34 with renewal
- Act 73 FBI Clearance
- This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.
- Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
- Travel required locally between Excela Health locations.
- Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of
LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one's own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela's missions, vision and values. - Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
- Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.
-
CRNA - Latrobe - Full Time
2 weeks ago
Excela Health Latrobe, PA, United States Full timeProvides safe and quality anesthesia within the scope of practice and maintains clinical privileges as approved by the Medical Staff Office. · Core Essential Functions: · * Regular, consistent, on-site, and timely attendance. · * Patient Assessments/Patient Care · * Will make a p ...
-
crna casual
3 weeks ago
Excela Health Latrobe, PA , USA, United States Full timeProvides safe and quality anesthesia within the scope of practice and maintains clinical privileges as approved by the Medical Staff Office. · Core Essential Functions: · * Regular, consistent, on-site, and timely attendance. · * Patient Assessments/Patient Care · * Will make a p ...
-
Memory Care Manager
1 week ago
Kensington Senior Living, LLC Kensington, United StatesThe Memory Care Manager is responsible for the operation of a Memory Care neighborhood (Connections or Haven) including, but not limited to, team member selection, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations, development and execution of resident Individual Service Plans, m ...
-
Respiratory Therapist
1 week ago
Excela Health Unity Township, United StatesThe Respiratory Therapist position will consider CRT, RRT, and all levels of career ladder. The final title and pay will be determined by education, experience, and certification. · Job Summary · The Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT) provides all modes of respiratory care a ...
-
RESPIRATORY THERAPIST- CRT or RRT
3 weeks ago
Excela Health Unity Township, United StatesJob Summary · The Respiratory Therapists (RRT or CRT) provides all modes of respiratory care and diagnostics, on physician order, within the Critical Care, General Care Medical/Surgical units, and specialty departments as required. Acts on a broad knowledge base and experience in ...
-
Excela Health Greensburg, United States Full time$15,000.00 SIGN-ON BONUS ELIGIBLE · The Respiratory Therapist position will consider CRT, RRT, and all levels of career ladder. The final title and pay will be determined by education, experience, and certification. · Job Summary · The Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT) prov ...
-
Excela Health Greensburg, United States Full time$10,000.00 SIGN-ON BONUS ELIGIBLE · Tuition Assistance and Student Debt Forgiveness Available · The Respiratory Therapist position will consider CRT, RRT, and all levels of career ladder. The final title and pay will be determined by education, experience, and certification. · Jo ...
-
Excela Health Greensburg, United States Full time$15,000.00 SIGN-ON BONUS ELIGIBLE · The Respiratory Therapist position will consider CRT, RRT, and all levels of career ladder. The final title and pay will be determined by education, experience, and certification. · Job Summary · The Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT) prov ...
-
Excela Health Greensburg, United States Full time$15,000.00 SIGN-ON BONUS ELIGIBLE · The Respiratory Therapist position will consider CRT, RRT, and all levels of career ladder. The final title and pay will be determined by education, experience, and certification. · Job Summary · The Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT)- Sig ...
-
Respiratory Therapist-part-time
1 week ago
Excela Health Greensburg, United States Part time$5,000.00 SIGN-ON BONUS ELIGIBLE · Tuition Assistance and Student Debt Forgiveness Available · The Respiratory Therapist position will consider CRT, RRT, and all levels of career ladder. The final title and pay will be determined by education, experience, and certification. · Job ...
-
Supervisor, Lab System- Microbiology
5 days ago
Excela Health Greensburg, United StatesPosition will rotate between multiple local Independence Health Locations. · Job Summary · Under the general direction of the Laboratory Director, coordinates the work performed in their respective section for all hospitals in the health system. Maintains procedure manuals and im ...
-
Excela Health Greensburg, United States Full timeJob Summary · The Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT) provides all modes of respiratory care and diagnostics, on physician order, within the Critical Care, General Care Medical/Surgical units, and specialty departments as required. Acts on a broad knowledge base and experienc ...
-
Excela Health Greensburg, United States Full timeJob Summary · The Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT)- Sign-On Bonus Eligible-$10,000.00 provides all modes of respiratory care and diagnostics, on physician order, within the Critical Care, General Care Medical/Surgical units, and specialty departments as required. Acts on a ...
-
Outpatient Family Medicine Physician
1 day ago
Parkview Health Ligonier, United States Full timeJoin Our TeamParkview Health is actively recruiting a Board Eligible/ Board Certified Family Practice physician to join their team in Ligonier, Indiana.Specifics of the RoleOffice Hours: Monday Friday, 8am 5pm but potential for extended hours for improved patient accessMinimum Re ...
-
Respiratory Therapist
3 weeks ago
Excela Health Mount Pleasant, United StatesThe Respiratory Therapist position will consider CRT, RRT, and all levels of career ladder. The final title and pay will be determined by education, experience, and certification. · Job Summary · The Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT) provides all modes of respiratory care a ...
-
Center Manager
3 weeks ago
NovaCare Rehabilitation West Mifflin, United StatesOverview: · Physical Therapist to be Center Manager · in West Miflin, PA · At NovaCare Rehabilitation every physical therapist's journey becomes a testament to excellence, innovation, and life-changing patient care. We are here to nurture your growth and champion your aspirations ...
-
Practice Coordinator
2 weeks ago
Deaconess Midtown Hospital Indiana, United StatesFacility GI Specialty Center Medical Office Building 6Department GISchedule- Shift - Hours Full Time DayWe are looking for compassionate, caring people to join our talented staff of health care professionals as we continue to grow to be the preferred, regional health care partner ...
-
Lead Physical Therapist
3 weeks ago
NovaCare Rehabilitation Oakmont, United StatesOverview · NovaCare Rehabilitation is seeking a full-time outpatient Physical Therapist in Oakmont, PA · At NovaCare every physical therapist's journey becomes a testament to excellence, innovation, and life-changing patient care. We are here to nurture your growth and champion y ...
-
Center Manager
1 day ago
NovaCare Rehabilitation West Mifflin, United States PermanentOverview: · Physical Therapist to be Treating Center Manager · in West Miflin, PA · At NovaCare Rehabilitation every physical therapist's journey becomes a testament to excellence, innovation, and life-changing patient care. We are here to nurture your growth and champion you ...
-
Center Manager
1 week ago
Select Medical West Mifflin, United StatesOverview · Physical Therapist to be Center Manager · in West Miflin, PA · At NovaCare Rehabilitation every physical therapist's journey becomes a testament to excellence, innovation, and life-changing patient care. We are here to nurture your growth and champion your aspiratio ...
lpn - physician office, pulmonary - Latrobe, PA , USA, United States - Excela Health
Description
$3,000 SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLETUITION AND LOAN FORGIVENESS OPPORTUNITIES
Job Summary
Performs direct patient care activities, such as lab tests, treatments, and medication administration.
These are performed under the direction of the Nurse Manager, RN Supervisor, RN and/or physician in preparation for the patient's examination and treatment.
Carries out clinical activities, quality control activities, performance improvement initiatives, etc. in support of the Physician Practice as assigned.Essential Job Functions
LEAN
Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential - Absolute Necessity.
Marginal - Minimal Necessity.
Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or reps/shift.
Occasionally to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Extreme Heat
X
Extreme Cold
X
Heights
X
Confined Spaces
X
Extreme Noise(>85dB)
X
X
Mechanical Hazards
X
Use of Vibrating Tools
X
Operates Vehicle (company)
X
Operates Heavy Equipment
X
Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices
X
Rotates All Shifts
X
20#
8 Hours Shifts
X
X
10-12 Hours Shifts
X
X
On-Call
X
Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk)
X
X
Travel Between Sites
X
X
Direct Patient Care
X
X
Respirator Protective Equipment
X
X
Eye Protection
X
X
Head Protection (hard hat)
X
Hearing Protection
X
X
Hand Protection
X
X
Feet, Toe Protection
X
X
Body Protection
X
X
Latex Exposure
X
X
Solvent Exposure
X
X
Paint (direct use) Exposure
X
Dust (sanding) Exposure
X
Ethylene Oxide Exposure
X
Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure
X
Blood/Body Fluid Exposure
X
X
Chemicals (direct use) Exposure
X
Mist Exposure
X
X
Wax Stripper (direct use)
X
Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure
X
Ionizing Radiation Exposure
X
Laser Exposure
X
Physical Demands
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential - Absolute Necessity.
Marginal - Minimal Necessity.
Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or reps/shift.
Occasionally to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Bending (Stooping)
X
X
Sitting
X
X
Walking
X
X
Climbing Stairs
X
Climbing Ladders
X
Standing
X
X
Kneeling
X
X
Squatting (Crouching)
X
X
Twisting/Turning
X
X
Keyboard/Computer Operation
X
X
Gross Grasp
X
X
Fine Finger Manipulation
X
X
Hand/Arm Coordination
X
X
Pushing/Pulling (lbs of force)
X
20#
Carry
20#
Transfer/Push/Pull Patients
X
X
Seeing Near w/Acuity
X
X
Feeling (Sensation)
X
X
Color Vision
X
X
Hearing Clearly
X
X
Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead
X
X
Reaching Above Shoulder Level
X
X
Reaching Forward
X
X
Lifting Floor to Knuckle
X
20#
Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle
X
20#
Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder
X
20#
Lifting Shoulder to Overhead
X
10#
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required
