ENT Clinical LPN, FT, M-F

Description

Job Title: ENT Clinical LPN 

Supervised by: Office Coordinator/Physician 

Job Summary: 

Provides direct and indirect patient care in the clinic setting for those suffering from various ailments or allergies affecting the ears, nose and throat as well as surrounding areas. Acts under the physician's direction in providing nursing care & provides nursing care in accordance with the nursing practice act. Communicates with doctor continuously and as needed about patient condition. Participates in performance improvement activities. Assesses exam room for equipment functioning and readiness, obtains supplies for individual cases. Monitors, positions and assists the patient during procedure. Maintains patient confidentiality in all patient interactions & medical records. 

Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: 

• Approaches the patient in a kind, gentle and friendly manner. 
• Takes appropriate actions and documents patient’s condition. 
• Gives patient explanations and verbal reassurances consistently. 
• Demonstrates the ability to assess patients and can treat them appropriately. 
• Adapts nursing procedures to meet the needs for treatment of individual patients. 
• Identifies physical symptoms and changes to take appropriate action in a timely manner. 
• Ability to assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Provides education to the patient and family regarding pain management. 
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. 
• Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.  
• Prepare and administer allergy shots in accordance with physician orders and established protocols.
• Perform allergy skin testing and accurately document results.
• Monitor patients for adverse reactions and provide immediate intervention when necessary.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records, including injection logs and test results.
• Educate patients on allergy treatment plans, safety precautions, and follow-up care.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and inventory of allergy serums and supplies.
• Adhere to infection control, safety, and quality assurance standards.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to the patient population served. Able to interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. 
• Directs and assists in maintenance and handling of special equipment and instruments. 
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. 
• Demonstrates competence in preparing and cleaning of exam rooms before and between cases. 
• Maintains clean, well-equipped treatment and procedure rooms. 
• Protects patient’s sensitivities and right to privacy. 
• Is consistently ready and prepared for assigned cases and has patient in the exam room 15 minutes before the scheduled time. 
• Establishes and maintains effective communication and good working relationships with co-workers for the patient’s benefit. 
• Utilizes initiative; strives to maintain steady level of productivity; self-motivated; manages activity and time; does not waste time. 
• Completes annual educational requirements.

Requirements

Regulatory Requirements: 

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. 
• Current LPN licensure in the State of Arkansas. 
• Current BLS certification. 

Language Skills:

• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. 
• Additional languages preferred. 

Skills: 

• Basic computer knowledge 

Physical Demands: 

• Mobility, sight, hearing, verbal communication, changes in temperature, exposure to disagreeable elements, exposure to biological, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards. Frequent standing and walking. Lift up to 100 pounds. Carrying up to 40 pounds. Pushing/pulling up to 450 pounds. 
• Mobility, this position is a safety sensitive position pursuant to Amendment 98 to the Arkansas Constitution § 2(25). A safety sensitive position means any position in which a person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana may constitute a threat to health or safety. This position is therefore “safety sensitive” due to the fact it requires the following: performing life-threatening procedures; working with hazardous or flammable materials, controlled substances, food, or medicine; and a lapse of attention while working in this position could result in injury, illness, or death. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.