Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Occupational Medicine

JOB SUMMARY
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PURPOSE A
ssists practitioner in performance of procedures, telephone prescription orders/refills, maintaining patient record and relaying test results. Provides safe and quality nursing care under the direction of
SHS
practitioners and department leaders within scope of practice.
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION S
amaritan Occupational Medicine serves the health and safety needs of employers and employees in Linn, Benton and Lincoln Counties. Designed to meet the specific requirements within different occupations, Samaritan Occupational Medicine helps employers and employees gain control over work-related injuries and provides
OSHA
required medical surveillance and employer requested services.
EXPERIENCE
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EDUCATION
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QUALIFICATIONS L
icensed Practical Nurse (
LPN
) licensure required. Healthcare Provider
BLS
required upon hire. Previous experience in clinical setting preferred. Lab/
EKG
experience preferred.
GSR O
cc Medicine Lebanon: This position requires the use of the employee's personal automobile. Employee must have a valid driver's license and auto liability/property damage insurance as required by law and must maintain their vehicle in good working order. Certification in urine drug screening, breath alcohol, spirometry and audiometry required within 3 months of hire.
KNOWLEDGE
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SKILLS
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ABILITIES P
atient Care - Possess the skills and knowledge needed to assist and care for others. Ability to recognize symptoms, drug properties and interactions, treatments, and preventive health-care measures within scope of practice. Adaptability/Flexibility - Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to situations that may arise with high risk or diverse patient populations. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to patients. Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas. Team Building - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time. Medical Terminology - Knowledge of medical records, procedures and terminology. Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations. Social Perceptiveness - Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS R
arely (1 - 10% of the time) Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time) Frequently (34 - 66% of the time) Continually (67 – 100% of the time)
WALK
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INCLINE LIFT
(Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs
LIFT
(Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs
PULL
(0-20 pounds force)
CLIMB
-
STAIRS LIFT
(Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT
(Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs
LIFT
(Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT
(Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
SQUAT R
epetitive
KNEEL
(on knees)
REACH
- Upward
SIT WALK
-
LEVEL SURFACE LIFT
(Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
SQUAT S
tatic (hold >30 sec)
ROTATE TRUNK S
itting
ROTATE TRUNK S
tanding
FINGER DEXTERITY PINCH F
ingers
CARRY
1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
CARRY
2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
MANUAL DEXTERITY H
ands/wrists
STAND BEND FORWARD
at waist
REACH
- Forward
GRASP H
and/Fist
PUSH
(0-20 pounds force)
PUSH
(20-40 pounds force)
PUSH
(40-60 pounds force)
PUSH
(60 or more pounds force)