Licensed Practical Nurse
Full-timeJob Description
DAUPHIN MEDICAL CLINIC
JOB SUMMARY:
As part of the DMC team to assist our patients and look after all their needs in a polite, friendly, professional and confidential manner.
Fulfill all expectations of physicians, management and co-workers.
Responsible to ensure overall smooth and proper functioning of the Treatment and Nurses room and timely preparation of patients in accordance with relevant legislation, professional standards and office policies and procedures.
Responsibility 1: Treatment Room and Nursing Room Duties
Activities:
Coordinates patient movement to and from Treatment & Nurses room in a quick efficient manner
Instructs patient in the collection of specimens and tests
Prepares patients for procedures by the physician
Scheduled and un scheduled injections, immunizations, ear syringing, suture removal, dressing changes and other procedure requests from physicians
Work with Floor Team Lead to help ensure continuous floor coverage to meet physicians needs
Responsibility 2: Patient Preparation for Regular Clinic
Activities:
Coordinates patient movement from waiting room to examination room ensuring examination rooms are filled quickly
Instructs patient in the collection of specimens and tests
Prepares patients for examination by the physician
Measure vital signs (BP, height, weight) as per procedures and document in EMR
Obtains urine samples and dips for readings as required
Performs finger pricks for on-site readings
Assists physician as required during examination, testing and treatment of patients
Ensure completion of required requisitions; i.e. properly labeled specimens bagged with requisitions
Responsibility 3: General
Activities:
Cleaning of examination rooms in accordance with current infection control procedures
Cleaning and organizing of lab/supply room
Cleaning and sterilizing of materials and instruments following universal precautions
Responds to telephone inquiries as necessary, occasionally booking appointments
Updating of healthcare numbers and demographics as required
Updates and maintains patient medical records as required
Consults with the physicians and other staff as required and maintains effective communications
Maintains a clean and orderly work station
Stocks and refreshes exam rooms throughout day, ensuring garbage not overflowing
Ensures the maintenance, cleaning and repair of instruments and equipment
Assists in ordering and unpacking of medical supplies
Other related duties as may be assigned
DAUPHIN MEDICAL CLINIC, INC. LPN Job Description
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Completion of L.P.N. or equivalent in job experience
Previous related experience preferred
Previous experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) is an asset
Job Skills and Demonstrated Abilities:
Relevant clinical skills/knowledge
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Ability to interact effectively with patients
Skill in the use of computers , EMR software and MS Office preferred
Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions
Personal Attributes:
Organized and efficient
Professional
Courteous, respectful, empathic
Self-motivated
Working Conditions:
Clinical patient environment
Direct contact with patients who may potentially be contagious/infectious, requires constant attention to infection control procedures
May occasionally be exposed to patients with potential to become highly emotional or violent
May occasionally need to deal with patients who are terminally ill
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