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HEALTHCARE FOR THE HOMELESS OF Licensed Practical Nurse in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin

JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB PURPOSE AND REPORTING STRUCTURE: Under the direction of the Nurse Manager. The Licensed Practical Nurse provides general nursing care, including treatments, administering of medication to patients, preparing and assisting in examinations. Provides patient education within their scope of practice to meet the needs of OCHC\'s patient population. Records appropriate information in patient records, supports medical assistants and manages with patient flow in the department. Performs various support duties to ensure optimal patient flow and excellent customer service in accordance with OCHC policies, practices and procedures. All duties performed must reflect their scope of practice. The LPN also has a reporting relationship with the Associate Medical Director for clinical and relevant issues. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES perform all general duties as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Other duties may be assigned. Coordinate/ensure providers schedules are reviewed the day before to determine the appropriateness of the schedule and that the necessary equipment is available the day of the patient\'s visit. Under the direct supervision of the RN, provide telephone and in-person triage, utilizing triage policies and protocols, within their scope of practice and skill level. Schedule appointments, referrals/consultations, collecting specimens, performing rapid tests, and assisting those with special needs, etc. Comply with all policies and procedures related to the clinical and corporation (nursing, human resources, safety and security, etc.). Provide patient education within scope of practice and skill level. Performs select clinical tests including, but not limited to; EKGs, pregnancy tests, blood glucose monitoring, A1C, Urinalysis and other common ambulatory care procedures under the direction of the RN based on written provider orders on the patient order sheet and clinical procedures. Administer immunizations for influenza, tetanus, childhood immunizations, eye and hearing tests for school physicals per protocol. provide oversight for all vaccine management within the office and ensuring all vaccines are stored and handled correctly Operate and supervise specialized equipment assigned to department and provide guidelines to staff on usage and maintenance as necessary. Work collaboratively with the provider for the coordination of quality health care to the clinic\'s patients including screening and handling messages/phone notes, processing referrals, orders, medication refills, and communicating delays in care to patients and relevant... For full info follow application link. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/D277CD97B0464D45

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