Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- Endoscopy Scheduler- Baton Rouge- Full-time

Company: Ochsner Health
Location: Baton Rouge
Posted on: September 14, 2020

Job Description:

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!This job, under general supervision, schedules patients for ordered procedures according to guidelines set forth by the department and within the framework of the nurse practice acts. Uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care such as assessments, planning, and evaluations.Education

Required - Graduate of approved training school

Work Experience

Required - None.

Certifications

Required - Current LPN License in the state of practice

Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

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• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Knowledge of age specific community resources as well as assess/interpret age specific data
  
  Job Duties
  
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  • Involves the patient and/or family into the scheduling practice to provide individualized care and positive patient outcomes.
  • Collaborates with physicians and their associated office personnel integrating appropriate reference materials.
  • Involves patient and/or caregivers into the scheduling practice to provide individualized care and positive patient outcomes.
  • Delegates and assigns appropriate nursing interventions to unlicensed team members within their scope of practice.
  • Exhibits competence in the safe/effective administration of medications and prescribed therapies utilizing appropriate reference materials.
  • Exhibits appropriate judgment in scheduling practices, response to treatment, and communication with team members.
  • Participates in the development and implementation of individualized orders and testing modalities related to the ordered procedures.
  • Trains personnel, effectively utilize manpower resources, and accommodates fluctuating variables on the unit.
  • Maintains annual regulatory/clinical requirements and documentation per policy.
  • Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
    
    Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
    
    Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
    
    Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
    
    Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
    
    Physical and Environmental Demands
    
    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    
    Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.
    
    Mechanical lifting devices (e.g., carts, dollies, etc.) or team lifts should be utilized.
    
    Must be able to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, manual dexterity.
    
    Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.
    
    Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability)
    
    Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.
    
    Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.
    
    The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.
    
    Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!
    
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