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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (Community Health Center)
SALARY: $20.12/Hr. (NEGOTIABLE)
(Employees will receive 5% below the negotiated pay rate during their probationary status.)
Non-Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY
Provide general patient care, and basic patient education. Perform duties which indirectly support patient care such as scheduling, recordkeeping, and maintaining supplies inventories. Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Schedule and coordinate paperwork for patient/doctor appointments.
2. Assist doctors, registered nurses, and/or providers with examinations, treatments, special tests, and procedures.
3. Review patient charts obtain and record patients' vitals, medications, allergies, medical history, and reasons for patient visits.
4. Record and report observed symptoms, reactions, treatments, and changes in the patients' conditions.
5. Administer medications; apply sterile dressings.
6. Ensure equipment is maintained in proper working condition and medical supplies are adequately stocked. 7. Coordinate labeling, delivery, and receipt of laboratory specimens and results; provides information and coordinates follow-up visits.
8. Practice safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods.
9. Ensure strict confidentiality of records.
10. Contribute to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.
11. Adhere to all Tribal Personnel Policies and Procedures, Tribal Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
12. Maintain strict department security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
13. The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
1. Frequently stand and walk; reach and pull with hands and arms; and talk and hear.
2. Occasionally is required to sit; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
3. Work environment is generally performed in a medical office setting with exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment and exposure to blood borne pathogens. Exposure to latex products on a routine basis. 4. Evening and/or weekend work and extended hours and irregular shifts may be required.
5. A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.
STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Knowledge of applicable Oneida, federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
2. Knowledge of Accreditation, HIPAA, Workers Compensation, OSHA, Federal, State and Local regulations. 3. Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of nursing procedures and quality of care.
4. Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
5. Knowledge of health education theory and practice.
6. Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
7. Skill in operating business computers and office machines, including in a Windows environment, specifically Word, Excel, Access, and presentation software (such as PowerPoint).
8. Ability and willingness to provide strong customer service orientation.
9. Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both verbally and in writing. Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel.
10. Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with vendors and co-workers at all levels.
11. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment, work both independently and in a team environment.
12. Must adhere to strict confidentiality in all matters. (Must sign a confidentiality statement prior to employment.)
13. Must be willing and able to obtain additional education and training.
14. Ability and willingness to be CPR Certified or the ability to obtain within three (3) months of employment. Must maintain CPR Certification during employment.
15. Must complete Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) training within thirty (30) days of employment and annually thereafter.
16. Obtain Oneida Certification on reporting Child Abuse and Neglect within ninety (90) days.
17. Must pass a pre-employment drug screening. Must adhere to the Nation’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy during employment.
18. Employees are required to have proof of immunity or dates of two (2) doses of MMR and of Varicella prior to starting in any position within the Oneida Comprehensive Health Division. Any refusal of vaccination(s) or failure to provide proof of immunity may disqualify the applicant.
19. Must pass a background security check with the Oneida Nation in order to meet the Employment Eligibility Requirements, Tribal/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance as they pertain to the position. A temporary license or Gaming License issued by the Oneida Gaming Commission is required as a condition of employment and continuing employment within the Oneida Nation’s Gaming Division.
20. A valid driver’s license or occupational driver’s license, reliable transportation, and insurance are required. Must obtain a Wisconsin driver’s license or occupational driver’s license within thirty (30) days of employment if applicant has an out-of-state driver’s license. Must be authorized as eligible to operate a Personal vehicle under the Oneida Nation’s Vehicle Driver Certification and Fleet Management Law prior to actual start date. Must maintain driver’s eligibility as a condition of employment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants please clearly state how you meet these qualifications on the application/resume.
1. Wisconsin’s License as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
2. One (1) year of experience as an LPN or related field in a clinic, hospital or employee health setting.
ITEMS TO BE SUBMITTED:
1. Must provide a copy of diploma/degree, license, or certification upon employment.
2. Must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccination by date of hire to be considered. Proof of vaccination required.
3. Background information disclosure (BID) form.
(Employees will receive 5% below the negotiated pay rate during their probationary status.)
Non-Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY
Provide general patient care, and basic patient education. Perform duties which indirectly support patient care such as scheduling, recordkeeping, and maintaining supplies inventories. Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Schedule and coordinate paperwork for patient/doctor appointments.
2. Assist doctors, registered nurses, and/or providers with examinations, treatments, special tests, and procedures.
3. Review patient charts obtain and record patients' vitals, medications, allergies, medical history, and reasons for patient visits.
4. Record and report observed symptoms, reactions, treatments, and changes in the patients' conditions.
5. Administer medications; apply sterile dressings.
6. Ensure equipment is maintained in proper working condition and medical supplies are adequately stocked. 7. Coordinate labeling, delivery, and receipt of laboratory specimens and results; provides information and coordinates follow-up visits.
8. Practice safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods.
9. Ensure strict confidentiality of records.
10. Contribute to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.
11. Adhere to all Tribal Personnel Policies and Procedures, Tribal Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
12. Maintain strict department security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
13. The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
1. Frequently stand and walk; reach and pull with hands and arms; and talk and hear.
2. Occasionally is required to sit; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
3. Work environment is generally performed in a medical office setting with exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment and exposure to blood borne pathogens. Exposure to latex products on a routine basis. 4. Evening and/or weekend work and extended hours and irregular shifts may be required.
5. A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.
STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Knowledge of applicable Oneida, federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
2. Knowledge of Accreditation, HIPAA, Workers Compensation, OSHA, Federal, State and Local regulations. 3. Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of nursing procedures and quality of care.
4. Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
5. Knowledge of health education theory and practice.
6. Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
7. Skill in operating business computers and office machines, including in a Windows environment, specifically Word, Excel, Access, and presentation software (such as PowerPoint).
8. Ability and willingness to provide strong customer service orientation.
9. Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both verbally and in writing. Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel.
10. Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with vendors and co-workers at all levels.
11. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment, work both independently and in a team environment.
12. Must adhere to strict confidentiality in all matters. (Must sign a confidentiality statement prior to employment.)
13. Must be willing and able to obtain additional education and training.
14. Ability and willingness to be CPR Certified or the ability to obtain within three (3) months of employment. Must maintain CPR Certification during employment.
15. Must complete Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) training within thirty (30) days of employment and annually thereafter.
16. Obtain Oneida Certification on reporting Child Abuse and Neglect within ninety (90) days.
17. Must pass a pre-employment drug screening. Must adhere to the Nation’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy during employment.
18. Employees are required to have proof of immunity or dates of two (2) doses of MMR and of Varicella prior to starting in any position within the Oneida Comprehensive Health Division. Any refusal of vaccination(s) or failure to provide proof of immunity may disqualify the applicant.
19. Must pass a background security check with the Oneida Nation in order to meet the Employment Eligibility Requirements, Tribal/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance as they pertain to the position. A temporary license or Gaming License issued by the Oneida Gaming Commission is required as a condition of employment and continuing employment within the Oneida Nation’s Gaming Division.
20. A valid driver’s license or occupational driver’s license, reliable transportation, and insurance are required. Must obtain a Wisconsin driver’s license or occupational driver’s license within thirty (30) days of employment if applicant has an out-of-state driver’s license. Must be authorized as eligible to operate a Personal vehicle under the Oneida Nation’s Vehicle Driver Certification and Fleet Management Law prior to actual start date. Must maintain driver’s eligibility as a condition of employment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants please clearly state how you meet these qualifications on the application/resume.
1. Wisconsin’s License as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
2. One (1) year of experience as an LPN or related field in a clinic, hospital or employee health setting.
ITEMS TO BE SUBMITTED:
1. Must provide a copy of diploma/degree, license, or certification upon employment.
2. Must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccination by date of hire to be considered. Proof of vaccination required.
3. Background information disclosure (BID) form.
Department: Nursing
This is a full time position
Job Code: 01099
Closing Date: Until Filled
Responsible to: Nursing Supervisor
Transfer Date: