LPN / LVN - Family Practice
Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic
Salem, OR
Sign-On Bonus

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Essential Functions/Responsibilities/Duties: * Obtains complete history and conducts chart review, ensuring inclusion of all reports needed. * Performs baseline physical assessment and expands assessment based on initial findings. * Collaborates with health care Providers in developing and implementing plan of care. * Coordinates and plans interagency referrals as directed by the Provider or Registered Nurse (RN). * Assists Providers in diagnostic procedures and treatments. * Provides education to patient and family/caregivers taking into consideration age, development, culture, language, and resources available. * Coordinates plan of care and other resources. * Evaluates care based on assessments and Physician orders, and initiates follow-up care plan. * Assists in managing medications based on purpose, side effects and drug interactions. * Collaborates with ancillary staff to process patients based on Providers' schedule. * Oversees subordinate nursing staffs' provision of patient care. * Plans and organizes clinical supplies, equipment and furnishings to maintain a safe patient environment. * Performs clinical responsibilities in alignment with The Joint Commission (TJC), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and YVFWC requirements. * Performs other duties as assigned. Education: * Graduation from an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program. Professional Licenses/Certificates/Registration: * LPN License for the state of practice. * Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification within 90 days of hire. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required or Preferred: * Knowledge of established professional LPN concepts and principles. * Knowledge of the uses and effects of medications. * Knowledge of how to access local community agencies and resources. * Effective verbal, written and listening communication skills. * Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy. * Ability to understand, assess and react effectively to the unique needs of patients. * Ability to prioritize work, handle a variety of tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. * Ability to effectively collaborate with medical professionals in a team framework. * Basic proficiency with a variety of computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel. * Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) preferred.