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Southeast Health LPN II - Cardiology Clinic in Dothan, Alabama
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Job Description Summary
Utilizing the skill and knowledge of a Licensed Practical Nurse renders direct and indirect patient care in support of medical care and in accordance with established standards of care, as well as policies and procedures of Southeast Health. Contributes to the nursing assessment. Responsible for promoting positive relationships and teamwork among employees and between departments. Responsible and accountable for own clinical practice, as well as the quality and quantity of nursing care given to patients by nursing personnel.
Job Description
Essential Functions
Performs nursing care activities for individuals in the clinics.
Actively accepts, understands, and practices appropriate standards of nursing.
Contributes to the nursing assessment of the clinic patient.
Participates in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
Actively supports the mission, vision, and values of the clinics.
Performs various activities related to the needs of adult and geriatric clinic patients in accordance with established policies and procedures and the Alabama Board of Nursing.
Qualifications
Minimum Experience Required
- Computer literacy
Minimum Experience Preferred
- Medical Office Experience
Minimum Education Required
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Current Alabama nursing license
BCLS Certification (current)
Successful completion of Southeast Health pharmacology exam
Required Skills/Abilities
Basic typing skills.
Effective telephone techniques.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to effectively communicate in an emergency situation.
Ability to perform patient assessment including, but not limited to: vital signs, history, medication reconciliation and administering of medications.
Ability to document patient assessment.
AMOUNT OF TIME SPENT PERFORMING ACTIVITY
(None, Up to ⅓, ⅓ to ½, ⅔ and more)Stand: 1/3Walk: 1/3Sit: 1/3Talk or hear: 1/2Use hands to finger, handle or feel: 1/3Push/Pull: 1/3Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: up to 1/3Reach with hands and arms: up to 1/3Taste or smell: NoneLift up to 10 pounds: 1/3Lift up to 25 pounds: 1/3Lift up to 50 pounds: up to 1/3Lift up to 100 pounds: NoneLift more than 100 pounds: None
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Wet, humid conditions (non-weather): NoneWork near moving mechanical parts: 2/3Fumes or airborne particles: NoneToxic or caustic chemicals: NoneOutdoor weather conditions: NoneExtreme cold (non-weather): NoneExtreme heat (non-weather): NoneRisk of electrical shock: NoneWork with explosives: NoneRisk of radiation: 2/3 and moreVibration: None
REPETITIVE MOTION ACTIONS (NUMBER OF HOURS)
Repetitive use of foot control:
Right only-
Left only-
Both- 1
Repetitive use of hands:
Right only-
Left only-
Both- 5
Grasping: Simple/light:
Right only-
Left only-
Both- 5
Grasping: Firm/heavy:
Right only-
Left only-
Both- 1
Fine dexterity:
Right only-
Left only-
Both- 1
SPECIAL VISION REQUIREMENTS: (X all that apply)
X Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
X Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
X Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
X Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
X Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
No Special Vision Requirements
TYPICAL NOISE LEVEL: WORK SETTING: X all that apply)
Very quiet
Quiet
X Moderate noise
Loud Noise
Very Loud Noise
HEARING ABILITY: (X all that apply
X Ability to hear alarms on equipment
X Ability to hear patient/client call
X Ability to hear instructions
SPECIAL DEMANDS NOT LISTED:
Shift
DayShift Details
FTE
1
Type
Regular
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