LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE

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

1. Calls and escorts patients to exam area timely to promote continual flow of patients.
2. Obtains vital signs, height and weight and documents in Electronic Health Record (EHR) per policy and procedure
3. Collects and processes laboratory specimens per policy and procedure
4. Enter patient with designated problems and data into i2iTracks per protocol
5. Records in EHR timely per policy and procedure (PCMH)
6. Maintains daily EHR worklist

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

1. Valid California Nursing License issued by the Board of Vocational or Registered Nurse required
2. Current CPR certification required
3. Neatness and accuracy in performing tasks
4. Ability to function effectively as part of a team
5. Ability to use discretion in situations dealing with confidential patient health information
6. Effective time management skills
7. Familiarity with primary care outpatient clinic procedures (desirable)
8. One (1) year acute care experience (desirable)
9. Demonstrate clear knowledge of Ampla Healths clinic structure, standards, procedures and protocols including Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) and Meaningful Use (MU)

COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS

1. Must have neat and legible handwriting
2. Must be able to interact with patients courteously and calmly
3. Ability to communicate well with the public
4. Utilizes effective verbal and written communication skills