Seven Counties Services
Licensed Practical Nurse - Outpatient Shelbyville
Seven Counties Services, Shelbyville, Kentucky, United States, 40065
Licensed Practical Nurse - Outpatient Shelbyville
On-site part-time position working Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.
Essential Job Functions
Administers and oversees self-administered and prescribed medications per established schedules as ordered.
Monitors clients' vital signs and other physical health information, and maintains accurate records reflecting the data, including information relating to treatment results.
Administers injectable medications, ensures accurate prescribed dosage and timely delivery, educates clients in management of side effects, and obtains preauthorization of prescriptions/medications from pharmacy when needed.
Completes and maintains accurate documentation relating to provision of care, medications, other client-related services, and advocacy (staff notes, case reviews, letters, reports, etc.).
Maintains client medical records/charts relating to admissions and discharges.
Transcribes medical provider orders and obtains requested medical information pertaining to clients.
Administers pregnancy tests and drug screens on clients and documents results as needed.
Maintains accurate inventory counts of all medicines and medical supplies and ensures adequate replacements are ordered on a timely basis.
Schedules outside medical appointments for clients, as ordered by Medical provider.
Monitors medical equipment and testing per CLIA standards.
Participates on team with MD/APRN/RN to manage the flow of medication management clinics.
Education
Up to eighteen months of education or training beyond the high school level in nursing or related field of study.
License for Practical Nursing in Commonwealth of Kentucky.
Graduation of an Accredited program.
Experience
Minimum 6-12 months nursing experience.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Position has some unusual physical demands, including occasional exposure to threat of bodily harm from clients and their families.
Normal tasks may involve routine but limited exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue.
Reliable transportation for frequent travel between work sites.
Time Type Part time
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Essential Job Functions
Administers and oversees self-administered and prescribed medications per established schedules as ordered.
Monitors clients' vital signs and other physical health information, and maintains accurate records reflecting the data, including information relating to treatment results.
Administers injectable medications, ensures accurate prescribed dosage and timely delivery, educates clients in management of side effects, and obtains preauthorization of prescriptions/medications from pharmacy when needed.
Completes and maintains accurate documentation relating to provision of care, medications, other client-related services, and advocacy (staff notes, case reviews, letters, reports, etc.).
Maintains client medical records/charts relating to admissions and discharges.
Transcribes medical provider orders and obtains requested medical information pertaining to clients.
Administers pregnancy tests and drug screens on clients and documents results as needed.
Maintains accurate inventory counts of all medicines and medical supplies and ensures adequate replacements are ordered on a timely basis.
Schedules outside medical appointments for clients, as ordered by Medical provider.
Monitors medical equipment and testing per CLIA standards.
Participates on team with MD/APRN/RN to manage the flow of medication management clinics.
Education
Up to eighteen months of education or training beyond the high school level in nursing or related field of study.
License for Practical Nursing in Commonwealth of Kentucky.
Graduation of an Accredited program.
Experience
Minimum 6-12 months nursing experience.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Position has some unusual physical demands, including occasional exposure to threat of bodily harm from clients and their families.
Normal tasks may involve routine but limited exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue.
Reliable transportation for frequent travel between work sites.
Time Type Part time
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