Licensed Practical Nurse

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Under the direction of the Director of Nursing, and as part of a team-based health care delivery model, assists in the provision of direct patient care by performing routine patient care procedures and technical/clerical support services. Ensures efficient patient flow throughout the clinic, maintains neat, clean, and safe patient care areas, and promotes patient satisfaction through professional and respectful communications. Works in coordination with health care teams to provide patient care that follows the Patient-Centered Medical Home model.

Assists in the delivery of competent, accurate, medical care and treatment to all patients by performing licensed practical nursing duties including but not limited to:

• Ensures Vibrant Health's compliance with clinic policies, OSHA, CLIA, state and federal laws, and HIPAA regulations by:

1. Complying with the protection and disposal of biohazards.
2. Adhering to and promoting professional, ethical and legal standards of practice.
3. Maintaining confidentiality of all organization information, consumer nonpublic personal information (NPI) and personal health information (PHI), as well as records directly or indirectly identifying any person currently or formerly receiving services from Wyandotte Community Health Center.

High school diploma or GED required. Graduate of an approved Licensed Practical Nursing program, with current Licensed Practical Nurse License required. Six months prior, relevant working experience preferred. CPR certification required. Must possess knowledge of standard concepts, practices and procedures of medical assisting including phlebotomy experience, ability to collect samples (e.g. blood, throat cultures, etc.), take vital signs, and to perform limited tests. Must demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the Medical Director, an ability to perform injections, instrumentation or lab procedures as directed. Working knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft Office Suite (Word & Excel) required.

Individual must:

1. Develop rapport with patients and their families, community and other health care personnel.
2. Exhibit a professional and respectful demeanor.
3. Work successfully independently and within a team, shifting tasks, prioritize tasks, problem-solve daily, and complete work within deadline
4. Demonstrate excellent customer service, helpfulness, and a positive attitude.
5. Possess superior organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
6. Demonstrate the ability to recognize, understand, and appreciate the value of cultural diversity and communicate medical information in plain language.
7. Demonstrate social and cultural sensitivity appropriate to ethnically and economically diverse patients and staff.
8. Exhibit experience and working knowledge of local community resources
9. Hold current drivers' license and reliable transportation.
10. Travel to all parts of the facility and throughout the community.

Associate's Degree in Applied Science preferred. Bilingual fluency in written and oral English/Spanish preferred. Experience with electronic health records preferred. Prior experience working in community health care environment.

Americans with Disability Specifications

Physical 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk and hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move materials that may weigh up to 40 pounds.

Work Environment

Work environment characteristics 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.

• Must have manual dexterity and experience to perform handwritten paper work, recordkeeping, and filing.
• Prolonged sitting, standing, or walking may be required.
• Frequent bending/stooping, squatting, reaching above the shoulders, twisting and turning, kneeling, and pushing/pulling may be required.
• Employment is contingent upon successful clearance from Criminal, Kansas and Missouri Child/Elder Abuse and Neglect, Sex Offender background investigations, TB testing, pre-employment drug testing, and verification of Hepatitis-B, flu and COVID-19 immunizations.
• Occasional evening and weekend availability are required.

Trauma Informed Care

At Vibrant Health, we understand that many, if not most, people have experienced trauma in their lives. We have made a commitment to trauma informed care and support and educate team members continued development of understanding of how trauma affects individuals and coping strategies. We expect employees to incorporate their understanding about trauma into interactions with our patients and families, clinic visitors, and with each other.

Commitment to Diversity

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans.