Lead LVN/LPN (MFM)

Overview:

 

 

The Lead works under the direct supervision of clinic Medical Director, Physicians, Nurse Practitioners and Office Manager to supervise and directs LVN/LPN and medical assistant staff, provide leadership, direction and consultation. The Lead will assess, plan, implement and evaluate the provision of patient care by all assigned personnel. The person will oversee patient flow throughout the clinic and may perform quality assurance on patient charts, ensuring correct scheduling and accurate documentation. Responsible for OSHA compliance.

 

Responsibilities:

• Maintain nursing license on a current status.
• Supervise and direct day-to-day functions for nursing personnel. Will make daily rounds of clinic to ensure nursing personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards. Schedule and conduct staff meetings.
• Develop and maintain new employee orientation program. Responsible for staff scheduling to include: work assignments, employee training, employee vacations, and back up for absent employees.
• Coordinate with Medical Director and Office Manager for appropriate staff levels.
• Evaluate department processes. Recommend and coordinate needed changes based on process analysis.
• Maintain communication between all supervisors/ leads and medical personnel to ensure coordination of effort for optimal patient care.
• Will review patient charts prior to appointments to ensure proper scheduling and accurate documentation.
• Create and maintain NICU reports. Schedule NICU tours for patients. Oversees all Lab functions.

• Participate in the development of employee in-service training classes, ensuring a well-educated nursing staff.
• Assist in development of clinic processes and standardization in which work will be accomplished.
• Attend continuing educational programs to further nursing skills and knowledge.

• Fill out and complete incident/accident reports. Chart nursing notes in an informative and descriptive manner. Implement and maintain established nursing standards and objectives.

• Maintain high level of care to all patients.
• Responsible for telephone triage and documentation of call. Will coordinate patient referrals. Provide educational materials to patients. Conducts nursing assessments. Assist patients in finding and securing transportation and housing assistance.
• Maintain patient records to ensure integrity and availability of information. Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPPA regulations.
• Coordinates and communicates with staff about patient concerns.
• Maintain clinic crash cart.  Orders stocks, and maintains a variety of supplies to include lab supplies, office supplies, and patient education materials.
• Monitor assigned personnel to assure they are adhering to established safety regulations.
• Ensure all work areas and exam rooms are maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner. Ensure all personnel participate in fire safety and disaster preparedness drills in a professional and safe manner.

• Ensure assigned staff follows established infection control procedures to include the use of personal protective equipment and proper hand washing technique. Responsible for clinic OSHA compliance at all times. 

 

Qualifications:

Education:  

• LPN or LVN state license required.
• Must maintain CPR certification.                                                                         

Experience:

• 2-4 year experience in a management or supervisory role in OBGYN preferred.
• OBGYN Experience strongly preferred.                               

 

Experience Industry: Healthcare

 

Skills & Knowledge:

• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
• Compassion for the patients and their families.
• Quick decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience will be considered.

 

Benefits and Compensation:

Take great care of the patient, every day and every way.TM At Pediatrix & Obstetrix, that’s not only our motto at work each day; it’s also how we view our employees and their families. We know that our greatest asset is YOU. 

 

We take pride in offering comprehensive benefits in a vast array of plans that fit your life and lifestyle, supporting your health and overall well-being. Benefits offered include, but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA and HSAs, as well as a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Some benefits are provided at no cost, while others require a cost share between employees and the company. Employees may also select voluntary plans and pay for these benefits through convenient payroll deductions. Our benefit programs are just one of the many ways Pediatrix & Obstetrix helps our employees take care of themselves and their families. 

About Us:

 

Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation’s leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The group’s high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives. 

 

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Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Pediatrix® Medical Group, Inc. (Pediatrix) is the nation’s leading provider of physician services. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. Specialties include obstetrics, maternal-fetal medicine and neonatology complemented by more than 20 pediatric subspecialties, as well as pediatric primary and urgent care clinics. The group’s high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality improvement and safety initiatives. The physician-led company was founded in 1979 as a single neonatology practice and today provides its highly specialized and often critical care services through more than 5,000 affiliated physicians and other clinicians in 37 states.