Licensed Vocational Nurse

Job Details: Job Location: South Chico

• Chico, CA, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $31.63 - $44.28Hourly, GENERAL PURPOSE: The LVN Staff Nurse provides medical support services to the providers in order to ensure a smooth flow of patients through the medical clinic. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

1. Assists patients calling and visiting the clinic a. Calls and escorts patients to exam area timely to promote continual flow of patients. b. Obtains vital signs, height and weight and documents in Electronic Health Record (EHR) per policy and procedure c. Collects and processes laboratory specimens per policy and procedure d. Enter patient with designated problems and data into i2i. Tracks per protocol e. Records in EHR timely per policy and procedure (PCMH) f. Maintains daily EHR worklist
2. Assists providers with patient health care support a. Performs diagnostic tests per protocol and/or at provider request b. Administers immunizations and medications per protocol c. Assists with calls to pharmacies per protocol and clinical messages to be returned in 48 hours (PCMH) d. Provides patient education and teaching at provider discretion g. Initiates Care Plans and updates EHR per Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) h. Initiates Advanced Directives and updates as appropriate per policy and procedure per PCMH e. Interprets PPD skin test results and documents in EHR
3. Cleans, autoclaves, and sterilizes instruments, equipment, etc.
4. Performs control tests of certain laboratory equipment
5. Prepares and stocks exam rooms
6. Utilizes effective means to resolve conflict
7. Maintains a professional growth by attending all staff meetings and required in-service trainings
8. Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and Quality Care activities
9. Flexibility to work at other Ampla Health sites as needed
10. Other duties as assigned by supervisor QUALITIES & CHARACTERISTICS:
11. Maintains a professional relationship and positive attitude with co-workers, the public, patients and all Ampla Health’s staff, Board of Directors and vendors
12. Maintains the highest professional ethics and is honest in dealing with people; is a model for all employees through his/her actions
13. Strives to learn more and is receptive to new challenges and opportunities
14. Displays enthusiasm toward the work and the mission of Ampla Health
15. Treats all clients, staff and the community with respect and courtesy PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
16. Valid California Nursing License issued by the Board of Vocational or Registered Nurse required
17. Current CPR certification required
18. Neatness and accuracy in performing tasks
19. Ability to function effectively as part of a team
20. Ability to use discretion in situations dealing with confidential patient health information
21. Effective time management skills
22. Familiarity with primary care outpatient clinic procedures (desirable)
23. One (1) year acute care experience (desirable)
24. Demonstrate clear knowledge of Ampla Health’s clinic structure, standards, procedures and protocols including Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) and Meaningful Use (MU) COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS:
25. Must have neat and legible handwriting
26. Must be able to interact with patients courteously and calmly
27. Ability to communicate well with the public
28. Utilizes effective verbal and written communication skills WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Works well with patients in a generally comfortable office environment. Employees must possess the following physical requirements:
29. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and push up to 100 pounds (on wheels)
30. Able to work on feet the majority of the day without tiring
31. Must be able to hear and communicate with clients and staff on the telephone and those who are served in person, and speak clearly in order to communicate information to clients and staff.
32. Must have manual dexterity adequate to read increments on tuberculin syringe accurately
33. Must have vision which is adequate to read memos, computer screens, registration forms and other clinic documents
34. Must be able to reach above shoulder level to work. Must be able to bend, squat and sit, stand, stoop, crouch, reach,kneel, twist/turn
35. This position has exposure to Aerosol Transmitted Diseases (ATD) and Blood Borne Pathogens (BBP) Qualifications: PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
36. Valid California Nursing License issued by the Board of Vocational or Registered Nurse required
37. Current CPR certification required
38. Neatness and accuracy in performing tasks
39. Ability to function effectively as part of a team
40. Ability to use discretion in situations dealing with confidential patient health information
41. Effective time management skills
42. Familiarity with primary care outpatient clinic procedures (desirable)
43. One (1) year acute care experience (desirable)
44. Demonstrate clear knowledge of Ampla Health’s clinic structure, standards, procedures and protocols including Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) and Meaningful Use (MU) COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS:
45. Must have neat and legible handwriting
46. Must be able to interact with patients courteously and calmly
47. Ability to communicate well with the public
48. Utilizes effective verbal and written communication skills