Description
General Summary of Position
Responsible for nursing care planning and treatment of ambulatory patients and their families during episodic and chronic visits under the direct supervision of a licensed provider. Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the quality of patient care.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
1. Attends all scheduled meetings including, but not limited to regular staff meetings and training classes for safety, infection control, OSHA, CPR, and others as required. 2. Collaborates as part of the primary medical care team to formulate and document ambulatory care plans for patients and families. 3. Communicates patient's clinical information clearly and accurately in verbal and written format. Assures that medical record in current, accurate, and contains appropriate documentation. Completes nursing assessments and conducts ongoing assessments of patients and families. 4. Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations. 5. Demonstrates behavior consistent with MedStar Health mission, vision, goals, objectives and patient care philosophy. 6. Develops and/or implements a health education plan for each patient/family unit and for groups of patients. Evaluates patient progress, conveys information to the physician, and coordinates appropriate follow-up actions. 7. Implements medical orders and performs all procedures including, but not limited to, administration of medications by mouth or injection, administration of IV fluids/medications, venipuncture to obtain blood samples for testing, respiratory procedures, patient instructions, and any other duties within the standards of practice. 8. Implements medical orders and the primary medical care plan for each patient. 9. Maintains current knowledge of accepted professional nursing practice and applies knowledge to the professional practice setting. Participates in policy and procedure development and training (site specific and/or companywide). 10. Monitors the accurate and timely update of log books. 11. Processes telephone inquiries and performs telephone triage. 12. Serves as the primary backup for the duties and responsibilities of other positions at the site.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED Required Valid LPN license in the District of Columbia Required
2 years experience in a medical office or ambulatory health setting; emergency room or clinical experience involving substantial public contact Preferred.
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure in the District of Columbia Required CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days Required Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Basic computer skills preferred.
Why MedStar Health?
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:
- Strong emphasis on teamwork - our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
- Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity - we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
- Comprehensive total rewards package - including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
- More career opportunities closer to home - as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.
About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.
MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.
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