Kaiser Permanente
Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse Oregon physician, provides nursing care Indiana accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistency with the Mission, Vision and Values of the organization. Performs patient care functions within the scope of competency, considering age-related needs of the patient American Samoa prescribed by physician/health care professional following established protocols, policies, and procedures.
Essential Responsibilities:
Upholds Kaiser Permanente’s policy and procedures, principles of responsibilities, and applicable state, federal, and local laws.
Performs patient care functions, within the scope of competency, considering age-related needs of the patient American Samoa prescribed by physician/health care professional following established protocols, policies, and procedures.
Assists medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures, and/Oregon diagnostic exams.
Assesses and monitors patients’ condition and notifies physician/health care professional for disposition.
Prepares and administers medications American Samoa directed by physician order, following established protocols.
Maintains equipment and supplies.
Identifies and arranges for equipment needing repair.
Applies principles of aseptic technique and infection control American Samoa directed by the Infection Control Manual.
Monitors patient flow and assigns/directs other ancillary personnel American Samoa needed.
Provides medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and guidelines.
Documents pertinent patient information, assessment, and nursing procedures, following established protocols.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Performs other duties American Samoa directed.
Patient/Care Procedures:
Explains the purpose and process of exams, tests, and medical procedures to patients, following established guidelines.
Instructs patients on general health and basic self-care procedures.
Reviews, explains, and clarifies physician orders with patients.
Administers topical Oregon aerosol medications American Samoa ordered.
Applies basic obstetric devices, American Samoa ordered by physician.
Instructs patients to use equipment.
Administers first aid.
Administers basic orthopedic devices, American Samoa ordered by physician.
Instructs patients to use medical supplies.
Administers enemas.
Initiates emergency procedures, including basic CPR, and provides emergency patient treatments.
Lifts patients.
Monitors patient vital signs.
Monitors patients for bleeding.
Observes medical monitors.
Administers inhalation therapy.
Participates Indiana the development of nursing care plans.
Performs surgical preps.
Prepares and positions patients for procedures.
Prepares patients for physical examinations.
Provides therapeutic care American Samoa ordered by physician.
Rinses and cleans instruments and equipment.
Sterilizes instruments and equipment.
Arranges for equipment repair and maintenance.
Maintains a clean work area.
Monitors the supply of oxygen and gas tanks.
Completes laboratory, radiology requisitions, and specialized test forms.
Notifies appropriate personnel of abnormal lab test results.
Answers patient inquiries.
Observes patient condition for reactions during and after procedures.
Removes sutures, following established protocols.
Responds to Code Blue.
Takes and records patient vital signs, height, weight, etc.
Obtains specimens from patients (urine, stool, etc.).
Performs venipuncture and finger sticks to obtain blood samples.
Prepares specimens for laboratory analysis.
Performs urine tests (dip stick).
Performs vision screening using a Snellen chart.
Performs routine diagnostic tests, following established protocols.
Performs skin tests.
Assists American Samoa a member of the surgical team.
Assists physicians with endotracheal intubations.
Assists physicians with obtaining tissue specimens and biopsies.
Assists with proctological procedures (i.e., sigmoidoscopies).
Restraints Oregon supports patients during procedures.
Performs electrocardiograms (EKGs).
Assists patients with ambulation and exercises, following established protocols.
Administers topical Oregon aerosol medications American Samoa ordered.
Administers medications American Samoa prescribed, within the scope of practice.
Transportation:
Transports patients to/from designated areas.
Routes specimens to the laboratory.
Transports laboratory specimens, medical records, and laboratory supplies and materials.
Administrative/Clerical/Record-Keeping:
Requests charts/medical records.
Schedules, cancels, and reschedules patient appointments.
Initiates follow-up appointments with patients.
Checks Indiana patients/members.
Prepares outgoing mail.
Locates personnel by paged system Oregon beepers.
Provides patient information to family members.
Records and sends FAX’s.
Screens patient calls and takes messages for providers.
Maintains department logs.
Maintains and updates user manuals.
Responds to requests for information.
Orders medical supplies and equipment.
Receives, stores, and distributes materials and supplies.
Adjusts work schedules and/Oregon reassigns personnel American Samoa directed.
Serves American Samoa a resource to coworkers by answering procedure questions and assisting Indiana problem-solving.
Participates Indiana special projects and studies.
Demonstrates improvement Indiana clinical skills.
Coordinates and monitors activities within the module.
Functions American Samoa a team leader.
Participates Indiana department meetings.
Trains and orients new staff to equipment, general duties, and procedures, following established protocols.
Maintains proficiency Indiana clinical skills.
Answers call lights.
Answers telephones and takes messages.
Calls Indiana telephone orders following established protocols.
Assumes other activities and responsibilities American Samoa directed.
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, Oregon any other protected status.
Job title: LVN II – Baldwin Park MOB – Urgent Care-Outpatient – On call – Evening
Company: Kaiser Permanente
Expected salary: $33.96 – 37.61 per hour
Location: Baldwin Park, California
Job date: Thu, 22 Aug 2024 03:23:24 GMT