Ambulatory LPN - Rheumatology Clinic - FT

Position Status:

Full time

Shift:

First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America)

Hours per week:

40

Job Information
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

A Brief Overview
Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to provide professional nursing care, under supervision, for clinic patients.

The delivery of professional nursing care at Stormont Vail Health is guided by Jean Watson's Theory of Human Caring and the theory of Shared governance, both of which are congruent with the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

Experience Qualifications

Skills and Abilities

Demonstrates consistent use of Standard Precautions and proper body mechanics and follows OSHA guidelines. (Required proficiency)

Demonstrates knowledge of the Kansas State Nurse Practice Act and follows the statutes and regulations therein. (Required proficiency)

Responsible for understanding and showing respect for patients’ rights including confidentiality of patient information. (Required proficiency)

Demonstrates excellent understanding and use of the EMR. (Required proficiency)

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

Licensed Practical Nurse - KSBN A multistate license with the ability to practice within the State of Kansas is also accepted. Required

Basic Life Support - BLS Required within 90 days of hire.

What you will do

Collects pertinent data and information relative to the patient, situation, or setting.

Collaborates with care tam to identify expected outcomes and develop a plan individualized to the patient or situation.

Implements identified plan through coordination of care and employs strategies to promote health and wellness.

Promote infection prevention through use of standard precautions.

Delivers professional nursing care guided by Jean Watson's Theory of Human Caring illustrated by creating caring relationships, taking time to have uninterrupted moments with patient and displaying unconditional acceptance and respect.

Promotes a mutually respectful environment that encourages the exchange of ideas and supports the effectiveness of professional relationships and integrates ethics in all aspects of practice.

Demonstrates advocacy in all roles and settings.

Practices Diversity, Equity and Inclusion principles in their daily work by respecting others;' uniqueness, perspectives backgrounds or beliefs.

Communicates effectively in all areas of professional practice.

Mentors nurses new to their role for the purpose of ensuring successful enculturation, orientation, competence, and emotional support. Supports students to enhance their knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Commits to lifelong learning through critical thinking, self-reflection, and inquiry for personal growth and development.

Demonstrates willingness to participate and lead nursing practice in process evolution the scope of the Stormont Vail Health professional practice model.

Utilizes appropriate resources to plan, provide, and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective, and financially responsible, and used judiciously.

Required for All Jobs

Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health

Performs other duties as assigned

Patient Facing Options

Remote Work Capability

Scope

Physical Demands

Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour

Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour

Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour

Crouching: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour

Driving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hour

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours

Feeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Grasping (Fine Motor): Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Grasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 Hours

Handling: Frequently 3-5 Hours

Hearing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Kneeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs

Operate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hour

Pulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs

Pushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs

Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs

Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs

Repetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Sitting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Standing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Stooping: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Talking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Walking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Working Conditions

Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour

Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour

Combative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour

Electrical: Rarely less than 1 hour

Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour

Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour

Infectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour

Needle Stick: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Noise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Other Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hour

Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour

Radiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hour

Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour

Vibration: Rarely less than 1 hour

Wet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hour

Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.

Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.