LPN/CMA

COMMWELL HEALTH - Dunn, NC

Full-time - Entry Level

Dunn, NC

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The position involves providing direct nursing care to assigned patients in accordance with established nursing techniques and procedures as outlined in the Policy and Procedure Manual. The role requires the execution of the patient's plan of care while adhering to health center policies, procedures, and legal limitations. The LPN or CMA will actively participate in cost containment efforts, attend required meetings, and engage in continuing education programs to stay updated on nursing care trends. Collaboration with professional and departmental groups is essential in developing and implementing patient care plans, ensuring effective communication with providers, and maintaining accurate documentation of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Gives direct nursing care to assigned patients in conformance with nursing techniques and procedures.
• Carries out patient's plan of care within health center policy, procedures, and legal limitations.
• Follows established lines of authority and communication.
• Carries out proper procedures for basic life support, fire, disaster, and infection control.
• Actively participates in cost containment by conserving supplies and equipment and initiating patient charges.
• Attends required meetings and participates in in-services and continuing education programs.
• Plans with professional and departmental groups in developing the patient care plan.
• Uses tact, patience, and understanding when dealing with patients and families.
• Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the teaching plan.
• Documents an accurate and relevant record of patient's care.
• Maintains communication with providers, utilizing providers orders.
• Participates in monitoring and evaluating the quality of nursing care provided.
• Implements the outlined plan of care to maintain the patient at the highest achievable level of health.
• Works in collaboration with patients' providers to share information relevant to the patient's changing plan of care.
• Adheres to and enforces health center and nursing policies and procedures relating to patient and employee safety.
• Recognizes life-threatening situations and responds appropriately.
• Accepts constructive criticism and implements suggestions for improving performance.
• Is aware of conditions of patients assigned and keeps appropriate personnel informed.
• Responsible for promoting collaboration for the patient's continuum of care with all members of the PCHH Care Team.
• Participates in case reviews during PCHH huddles.

Requirements

• BLS Certificate from American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) OR Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) with current NC license/certification.
• Clean driving record with current NC driver's license.