Part-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (Lpn) - Medical & Surgical Dermatology

PART-TIME Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Medical & Surgical Dermatology

• The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a licensed nurse who provides competent, compassionate nursing care to patients and families under the direct guidance and supervision of a physician and Nurse Manager. The LPN works with physicians and other staff members to ensure a quality-based, customer-oriented flow of work throughout the ambulatory practice while also serving as a resource person for clinical/administrative support staff. Nurse will support both Medical Dermatology Unit and Dermatology Surgery Unit.

Provides physical care and emotional support to patients and families under direct supervision of the Nurse Manager and Medical Director.

• Participates in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care and treatment plans; observes, reports and records pertinent patient information into electronic health record system in accordance with Dermatology Service protocols; identifies patient care needs and utilizes nursing resources appropriately.

• Supports and reinforces patient teaching plan, educates patients about disease process, proper use of medications, provides instructions regarding pre/post procedure care.

• Administers medications and performs nursing procedures after successful orientation within the parameters defined by the Dermatology Service.

• Photographs patients with various skin conditions using a variety of photographic procedures, techniques, and equipment.

• Participates in Quality Assurance activities; supports peers and colleagues in maintaining established standards of care.

• Triages patient phone calls. Informs patients of test results (pathology, lab results, etc) and monitors all biopsies to ensures that all necessary therapies are completed.
• Utilizes In -Basket messages to monitor all biopsies and ensures that all necessary therapies are administered as scheduled by the physician.

• Submits prior authorizations as needed for patient medications and/or procedures.

• Order clinical medications and maintain appropriate inventories.

• Provides input to the Ambulatory Nurse Manager/Nurse Coordinator regarding perceived unit needs Participates in unit and service committees.

• Ensures that the physical environment is maintained. Establishes and enforces annual fire and safety regulations for the practice, following established protocols, and ensuring compliance with the Joint Commission, OSHA, and Hospital guidelines.

• Troubleshoots routine/non-routine problems and takes measures to correct/handle issue.

• The individual in this position must demonstrate appropriate knowledge of the principals of growth and development over the life span of the patient. In addition, he/she must possess the ability to assess patient data relative to age specific needs and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures.

• Other responsibilities as assigned

• Maintains knowledge and competencies reflective of current practice.

• Participates in relevant continuing education programs, attends Dermatology nurses Association meeting on rotation with other dermatology nursing staff.

• Ability to take initiative and to exercise independent judgment, decision-making and problem-solving expertise.
• A can-do, team oriented attitude is essential, as the ability to work independently and to interact easily with physicians, other managers and staff throughout the department and hospital.
• Ability to recognize emergency situations and respond appropriate.
• Effective interpersonal/communication, organizational, and the flexibility to handle multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in wound care and injection administration, preferred.

• Ability to delegate and prioritize for self and others.

• Ability to lift over 5 lbs. Possesses knowledge of and practices proper body mechanics.

• Directly supports the patient clinical workflow within a busy specialty medical clinic Monday – Friday and occasional optional Saturdays.

• Current Massachusetts’ licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse required

• CPR certification required

• Phlebotomy experience preferred

• Graduate of an approved LPN program required

• LPN experience in ambulatory setting preferred