LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE/REGISTERED NURSE - Sleep Specialists - PRN

Mountain View Hospital • Per Diem • Idaho Falls, ID, USA • 8m ago

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: Sleep Specialists - Idaho Falls, ID

Position Type: PRN (as needed)

Education Level: Licensed Practical Nurse

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Health Care

Description

Mountain View Hospital is looking for an LPN or RN to join our team!

JOB SUMMARY:

The RN and LPN provide direct and indirect patient care in the clinic setting. He/she communicates with providers/nurse manager/co-workers as appropriate, about changes in patient’s clinical condition including results of diagnostic evaluation and changes in patient condition or symptomatology. The nurse will be able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment, and avail his or herself of all training, skills and ability commonly developed through attainment of licensure in their field. The nurse may also have inventory/ordering responsibilities in addition to clinical responsibilities, and will be expected to cross train in additional areas of clinic responsibilities.

BENEFITS:

Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Mountain View Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include:

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
Education Reimbursement Program
Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital

Please note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
THE LPN/RN

1. Work under direct supervision of MD, PA-C or NP to provide excellent patient care to all clients that come to the office
2. Is able to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and performs re-assessments as per policy. This includes: pediatric, geriatric, the general patient population, and EMTALA appropriate medical screening exams.
3. Is able to interpret results of tests accurately, taking appropriate action on test results.
4. Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age.
5. Is knowledgeable of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition.
6. Formulates a teaching plan based on identified patient learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate.
7. Capably assists providers with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills.
8. Is able to perform treatments and provide services to level of licensure.
9. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Functions as a liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other healthcare providers.
10. Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
11. 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.
12. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
13. Consults other departments as appropriate for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs.
14. Communicates appropriately and clearly to co-workers and physicians.
15. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
16. Acts as a resource for other less experienced nursing staff to include additional staff educational duties as assigned.
17. Take patient phone calls and address patient issues with physician when necessary.
18. Ensure physician orders are correctly ordered and sent to appropriate testing facility.
19. Obtain prior authorization for medications, procedures, and lab orders.
20. Track high risk patients to ensure all tests are completed and reviewed by physician.
21. Assist physician with managing sleep study list and follow up with sleep patients as directed.
22. Ensure charts are up to date with paperwork correctly filled out prior to patient’s appointment with physician.
23. Documentation meets current standards and policies.
24. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.
25. Is flexible, organized and functions under stressful situations.
26. Completes annual education requirements.
27. Maintains regulatory requirements.
28. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
29. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time.
30. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly.
31. Attends annual review and department in-services, as scheduled.
32. Attends at least 75% of staff meetings annually.
33. Maintain flexibility in a growing environment and be willing to grow, change and accept new duties as the scope of care changes with the needs of the community and hospital.

ABOUT MOUNTAIN VIEW:

Mountain View Hospital and our 29 affiliate clinics are committed to providing compassionate, cutting edge care to our patients. We serve the entire Snake River Valley – all the way from Pocatello to Rexburg. Our medical capabilities span everything from wound care to urgent care, oncology to neurology, physical therapy to speech therapy, a Level III NICU, robust robotic surgery department and a continuously expanding rural health practice.

Our work environment is mission driven, people-centric and supportive. It is what sets apart and makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

Education/Certifications: LPN or RN degree with BLS certification.

Experience: Six months required experience, 2-5 yrs clinical experience preferred

Equipment/Technology: Basic computer knowledge.

Language/Communication: Must have the ability to effectively read, write, and speak English.

Mathematical Skills: Basic Math.

Mental Capabilities: Can concentrate for long periods of time in order to complete assigned tasks with a better than average attention span in order to listen, read and remember verbal and written instructions. Can understand input from the supervisor and/or manager concerning errors and instructions.

Interpersonal: Ability to work well with others.

Performance: Must be able to handle conflict issues with both patients and staff.

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