LPN-Acute Care

Outpatient

Licensed Practical Nurse-Bryan Heart Intervention Cardio Clinic

apartment Bryan Health location_onSeward, NE

Summary GENERAL SUMMARY: Assists physicians with examinations and procedures to serve the medical needs of patients with various cardiac related health conditions in a professional, confidential, and caring manner. Coordinates the flow of patients, phone calls, lab work, and nurse visits to facilitate quality patient care and customer service goals. Provides professional nursing care as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act, any applicable licensure/certification requirement and organizational policies and procedures. PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values. 2. *Performs nursing and other patient care activities to ensure the physical and psychological well-being of the patient. 3. *Screens patients for appropriate information to ensure the Electronic Health Record (EHR) is current. 4. *Prepares patient for examination treatment through BH’s rooming process; taking patient history and vital signs, completes medication reconciliation and accurately documents in the EHR available to the consulting physicians. 5. *Registers and maintains timely, complete information in the patients' EHR and charts to ensure accurate patient care. Posts tests and examination results immediately. 6. *Upon direct assignment, supports provider(s) in a primary role, coordinating and facilitating patient care and follow up to achieve quality patient care and customer service goals. 7. *Ensures that exam rooms are clean and well stocked with necessary equipment and supplies. 8. *Prepares equipment and aides physician during examination of patients. 9. *Performs electrocardiograms. 10. *Dispenses medication as directed. Observes and records patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments, and reports same to provider. 11. *Educates patients and their families about diagnostic procedures, medications, post-treatment instructions, nutrition and maintenance of general health and wellness. 12. *Understands diagnosis allowed for ordering tests/procedures to ensure reimbursement. 13. Assists Bryan Heart with pre-authorizations, release of information requests, FMLA certification, etc. 14. Responds to/refers incoming patient treatment-related phone calls. 15. Maintains patient confidentiality. 16. Manages work hours, supplies, and other clinical costs in line with fiscal responsibility and budget. 17. Attends meetings and participates on committees as assigned. 18. May assist provider in both Lincoln and Outreach Clinic sites. 19. Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise. 20. Participates in meetings, committees and department projects as assigned. 21. Performs other related projects and duties as assigned. (Essential Job functions are marked with an asterisk “*”. Refer to the Job Description Guide for the definition of essential and non-essential job functions.) Attach Addendum for positions with slightly different roles or work-specific differences as needed. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an accredited professional nursing program required. Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of Nebraska required. Minimum of one (1) year nursing experience required, clinic nursing preferred.

BPN Medical Office LPN- Urgent Care-Seward

Summary GENERAL SUMMARY: Assists physicians with examinations and procedures to serve the medical needs of patients with various health conditions in a professional, confidential, and caring manner. Coordinates the flow of patients, phone calls, lab work, and nurse visits to facilitate quality patient care and customer service goals. Provides professional nursing care as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act, any applicable licensure/certification requirement and organizational policies and procedures. PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values. 2. *Maintains flow of patients in accordance with time of appointment in order to avoid delays for the provider and undue waiting for patients. 3. *Keeps the exam rooms clean, disinfected and stocked with necessary supplies. 4. *Obtains vital signs, reason for visit, allergies and list of medications from the patient and prepares patient for the visit. 5. *Assists the medical provider with all examinations and procedures. 6. *Schedules outpatient follow-up procedures/ appointments and specialty appointments. 7. *Collects subjective and objective data and contributes to the assessment of the patient; documents appropriately in the patient chart. 8. *Makes accurate and timely observations and documents changes in the patient’s condition in the patient chart. 9. *Retrieves messages and responds to calls from patients, pharmacies, hospitals, nursing homes and other medical offices by use of telephone and computer in a timely manner as delegated by licensed heath care provider (MD, RN, PA, NP). 10. *Explains tests and preparation as needed for adequate patient education. 11. Monitors inventory of supplies and communicates information to Office Manager. 12. *Administers injections, vital signs, vision and auditory testing as delegated. 13. Performs other related projects and duties as assigned. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an accredited professional nursing program required. Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of Nebraska required. OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS: Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required. Bryan Health recognizes American Heart Association (for healthcare professionals), American Red Cross (for healthcare professionals) and the Military Training Network.

Staff LPN-Float

Summary SUMMARY At the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Licensed Practitioners, the Staff Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) contributes to meeting patient's priority needs by assessing and participating in interdisciplinary care planning, providing delegated care and timely communication of the patient's response. The Staff LPN contributes to an efficient and effective work environment through activities including professional communication and documentation. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values. *Contributes to the assessment and reassessment based on the patient's presenting problems/needs in accordance with Bryan Medical Center's procedures. *Communicates pertinent initial and ongoing patient data to the RN for identification of nursing priorities of care and desired outcomes/goals. *Utilizes appropriate standards of care based on the patient's diagnosis and age-specific needs. *Executes therapeutic and/or supportive interventions under the direction of the RN. *As directed by the RN, provides education for the patient and family to meet identified patient needs according to their needs, abilities, preferences and readiness to learn. *Participates in the evaluation of the patient's response to and effectiveness of interventions. *Incorporates cultural considerations into the plan/delivery of care as directed by the RN. *Includes family or significant others in the care of the patient as appropriate. *Documents patient care and related information according to Bryan Medical Center procedures for documentation. *Enters patient care orders into the computer accurately and consistently according to policy and procedure. *Provides care in conjunction with other members of the interdisciplinary team. *Provides close observation or one-to-one care, as directed by the RN, to prevent patients from wandering or potential injury. *Contributes to the patient's transition to the next level of care. *Assumes responsibility in a shared or delegated assignment and supports team member's practices through timely communication. *Serves as a role model to colleagues, students and other care providers. QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from a School of Practical Nursing with current licensure from the State of Nebraska or approved compact state of residence as defined by the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act. Must provide evidence of certification and/or instruction for practice area as required by State or Federal standards/regulations. Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required.

Scheduling Nurse-LPN (12 hour shifts)

Summary GENERAL SUMMARY: The Scheduling Nurse-LPN is responsible for facilitating access to Medical Center services. Secures medical necessity/diagnosis and patient demographic and financial information from physicians, physician staff, health care facilities, patients and patient representatives. Collects and analyzes pertinent clinical data as related to the procedure(s) scheduled, intervening to prevent problems that could result in adverse patient outcomes or delated/cancelled procedures. The Scheduling Nurse-LPN contributes to an efficient and effective work environment through activities including professional communication and documentation, preceptoring and/or resourcing of others. PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS: *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values. *Performs multi-resource appointment scheduling for inpatient/outpatient diagnostic and therapeutic services received from physician and/or physician staff. Attains patient information including medical necessity/diagnosis, demographics, and pertinent clinical information as related to the procedures scheduled. Collects and documents information beyond that listed in procedural questionnaire based on critical assessment of patient history. *Integrates physical, mental, and cultural considerations in scheduling of patient procedures, coordinating services to ensure the Medical Center is patient ready on customer arrival. Educates patient/patient representative on preparation and understanding of procedures. *Collaborates with physician office staff to educate the patient/patient representative on preparation and understanding of scheduled procedures; clearly communicates instructions to patient and/or patient representative. Provides recommendations and education to physician office staff commensurate with scope of practice in scheduling of procedures. *Reviews and evaluates outpatient orders received from the physician and/or physician staff; uses clinical judgment/critical thinking to follow-up on appropriateness and completeness of physician orders as they relate to procedures ordered. *Receives and documents verbal physician orders. Screens/determines appropriateness of level of care and admission status; notifies appropriate departments based on assessment of patient needs. Documents pre-certification/authorization/referral information when applicable. Keeps Patient Service Center and Scheduling Manager informed of issues related to procedures including but not limited to: necessary questionnaire revisions, updates related to departmental requests and need for new or revised procedures build. *Serves as a liaison in building and maintaining professional relationships between physicians, physician office staff and other health care personnel. Performs other related projects and duties as assigned . (Essential Job functions are marked with an asterisk “*”. Refer to the Job Description Guide for the definition of essential and non-essential job functions.) Attach Addendum for positions with slightly different roles or work-specific differences as needed. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of nursing theory,anatomy and physiology, procedural indications, and medical/ nursing terminology. Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications, including the computer based scheduling system, telephonic communications, and software applications relevant to work functions. Knowledge of hospital operations, including automated health information systems. Knowledge of federal regulations including COBRA, corporate compliance and third party payer requirements. Skill in exercising professional judgment, courtesy and tact in daily interactions with physicians, physician staff and health care facilities. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Ability to prioritize work based on analysis of information from physicians, physician staff, health care facilities, patients or family members. Ability to establish therapeutic communication with patients and patient representatives. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff across the medical center, medical staff, and ancillary departments including diverse patient populations. Ability to actively participate in planning, organizing and coordinating multiple tasks/projects with minimal supervision. Ability to maintain confidentiality relevant to sensitive information. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Licensed Practical Nurse licensure from the State of Nebraska or approved compact state of residence as defined by the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act. Minimum of three (3) years medical/surgical experience to include extensive experience of hospital/health operations and general background in all areas of nursing practice required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (DOT) – Characterized as light work requiring exertion up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Outpatient

Bryan Heart Clinic LPN-Vascular