LPN Scheduler - Endo - Part Time

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)

• 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

• 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.

This employer maintains and complies with its 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.

The employer 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 essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following:  Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.