Centralized Followed Up /Float Nurse (LPN)
All
Medical – Medical /
Permanent Full-time /
On-site
Job Status/ Classification: Full-Time/Non-Exempt
Position Reports to: Director of Nursing
Summary: Planned Parenthood seeks a Centralized Follow-Up LPN. Under the general supervision and direction of the Director of Nursing and Director of CRQM, the RN/LPN provides quality patient care in accordance with delegated responsibilities and agency policies and functions professionally to ensure that agency medical standards are met. The Centralized Follow-Up LPN will follow up on STI/Pap management plans for all health centers.
Qualification & Experience
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing for LPN and holds a LPN License in the State of New Jersey.
- 1-2 years of experience in women’s health care, obstetrics, public health or related area preferred.
- Applicant must be customer service focused and committed to the mission of the organization
- Must be able to utilize sound judgment in assessing patient needs.
- Possesses a philosophic commitment to the social and health benefits realized by voluntary access to family planning and related services.
Essential Functions/Responsibilities
- Follow-up Nurse
- Conducts follow-up on designated treatment/management plans initiated by clinicians which includes:
- Running designated reports at least three times a week to identify and track follow-up activities.
- Contacting clients by phone and mail.
- Explaining test results and requisite treatment and follow-up
- Documenting appropriately in the EMR system all client communication
- Monitors the timeframe of clinicians’ initiation of management plan
- Communicate with clinicians, Health center managers, call center staff, and supervisors as needed.
- Works in an efficient manner and completes tasks and projects on time.
- Float Nurse
- Provides nursing coverage at PPMNJ clinics as needed.
- Obtains medical/social history and vital signs.
- Interprets laboratory and diagnostic procedures and findings.
- Performs laboratory tests as needed.
- Dispenses supplies and administers medications.
- Triages medical calls.
- Provides education and counseling in a non-judgmental manner to patients by providing support and information on reproductive and sexual health issues, including birth control methods, pregnancy options, prenatal care, abortion, STI’s/HIV and safer sex.
- 9.Maintains appropriate patient records.
- 8.Ascertains charges and keeps accurate account of monies.
- 9.Assists client in making medical and social referrals.
- 10.Participates in quality assurance activities and meets established QA deadlines.
- 11.Ensures compliance with PPMNJ’s “Privacy Guidelines” and HIPAA compliance program.
- 12.Assumes additional responsibilities and performs other delegated duties
- 13.Attends meetings as deemed appropriate by the supervisors
Salary and Other Benefits:
- A competitive compensation pay rate starting at $30/hour based on experience.
- A comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- 401(k) plan with organization match contribution
- HRA and voluntary opt in for Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Parental leave
- Generous Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Employee Referral Bonus Program.
- Sign on Bonus
- Float renumeration
$30.81 - $34.47 an hour
PPMNJ value a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity. Applications are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, or the presence of a non-job related medical condition or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
PPMNJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
