Field Team Licensed Practical Nurse at Oak Orchard Health

Village of Albion, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Aug, 26

Salary

32.0

Posted On

07 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Screenings, Vaccine Administration, Vital Signs Collection, EMR Systems, Infection Control, Patient Documentation, POCT Controls, Clinical Charting, Communication, Attention To Detail

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Position Summary: The LPN will work as a member of the Patient Engagement Team providing nursing services to the Migrant and Seasonal Farm Worker Patient Population. The Field Team LPN will work closely with the Field Team RN to provide patient care and will collaborate with other members of a multi-disciplinary team in the field. The Field LPN will maintain processes that result in efficient, high quality nursing and medical care. This position will require Tuesdays 3pm - 8pm and Thursdays 3pm – 8pm with options to pick up additional hours either supporting additional PES work or in the Oak Orchard Primary Care offices. Job Responsibilities: Provide age and patient appropriate screenings and document/report as appropriate. Administer vaccines, injections, PPDs in accordance with standard nursing protocols and document appropriately (including NYSIIS) under the direction of the Field RN. Gather vital sign data for patients. Maintain and clean mobile unit between each patient and as necessary. Ensure consistent and appropriate to maintain efficiency, quality and safety for patients and staff. Preload new patient clinical chart information/history: Immunizations, Medications, Problem Lists, Past Medical/Social/Family history. Complete paperwork as needed for Providers/patients. Perform machine/POCT controls in accordance with manufacturer recommendations/industry standards. Check expiration dates: injections, medications, samples, instruments and supplies. Maintain accurate and pertinent documentation in EHR according to guidelines in “Documentation of the Patient Record”. Adhere to infection control policies. Keep work area neat and tidy. Adhere to all Oak Orchard policies and procedures. Any other reasonable requests from management. Requirements Skills / Qualifications Ability to work with a diverse patient population Experience with EMR systems Excellent attention to detail Ability to communicate both written and verbally Schedule requires Tuesdays 3pm - 8pm and Thursdays 3pm – 8pm with additional opportunities to pick up hours with the field team or supporting the Oak Orchard Primary Care offices. Education/Experience: Graduate of an accredited program for Licensed Practical Nurse with a current valid license to practice nursing in New York State. 2-3 years ‘experience in Primary Care, inpatient or outpatient internal Medicine/Family Medicine, Public Health or related field. Current certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers or equivalent.

Responsibilities

The LPN provides nursing services, screenings, and vaccinations to migrant and seasonal farm workers within a mobile unit. They are responsible for maintaining clinical documentation in the EHR and ensuring the safety and efficiency of the field medical environment.