The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 2 – Outpatient Clinic serves as a resource for other clinical staff to increase their expertise in care planning, patient teaching and patient-centered care. Maintains competencies within practical nursing standards and seeks opportunities to develop professionally. Assumes responsibility for self-development in lifelong learning. Communicates effectively and works cooperatively with others while showing respect for and an understanding of other clinical disciplines. Provides care to patients whose care requirements are routine/standardized and with predictable outcomes. 

Job Responsibilities 

 

Follows the seven rights of medication administration while reporting adverse reactions to the physician immediately and taking action in emergency cases. Coordinates referrals for patient chronic care conditions and follow up care as indicated by the initial care plan of the specialist and/or primary care physician. Administers prescribed oral and intramuscular medications, therapies and treatments following practical nursing standards and under the direct supervision of the physician. Effectively communicates with healthcare team members, patients and families; Supports healthcare team members to achieve team goals and assigns appropriate tasks to care assistants. Maintains and reviews patient medical records, notes and physician orders; Documents all patient care activities in accordance with documentation standards and legal requirements for medical facilities. Upholds the standards of Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) and assists other clinical staff members in completing and following quality measures under PCMH and Patient-Centered Specialty Practice (PCSP). Creates a plan of care that is patient-centered and provides a written copy of the plan of care to patients. Provides direct patient care, utilizing the nursing process, under the direction and supervision of the physician. May perform additional duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements 

Certification - Basic Life SupportLicensure - Licensed Practical Nurse licensed or eligible for licensing in the state of employment as a Licensed Practical NurseExperience - 2 years of nursing practice in a hospital or clinic settingEducation - Vocational/Technical Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse schoolKSAs - Technology use; Effective relationships/Interpersonal skills; Collaboration; Effective communication