Department: Volunteer Clinic FoundationDaily Work Times: VariableShift: VariableScheduled Bi-Weekly Hours: 0Essential Functions and Responsibilities:1.Uses independent judgment to exercise authority on behalf of the Volunteer Clinic, or effectively recommend such action in the following areas:A. Responsible for assigning work to employees and volunteer staff and directing the workflow in area of jurisdiction.B. Attempts to resolve employee and patient complaints/concerns.2.Directs personnel and oversees functions in accordance with all fiscal and professional policies of the corporation.3.Informs practitioner of seriously ill patients immediately4.Anticipate patient needs when planning discharge instruction; educate patients and families accordingly.5.Monitors the care rendered in urgent medical situations; directs other staff as necessary.6.Demonstrates the ability to perform all tasks as required in the assigned practice sit with the exception of those requiring special licensure. Such tasks may include but are not limited to:A. Lab Procedures including:
Blood Draw
Completion of lab controls
Urine specimens’ collection
B. Care of equipment, including washing, sterilizationC. Clinical testing, including:
Audio screen, spirometry, EKG, vision testing, including color vision.
D. Assisting the practitioner with patient exams and procedures.E. Performing routine maintenance tasks such as:
Keeping a clean work area (lab and patient) at all times
Monitoring inventory and restocking work areas as needed
Initiating work orders to repair unsafe or malfunctioning equipment
Reporting facility and management problems
F. Assisting in follow up care of patients7.Attempts to resolve employee and patient complaints/concerns;8.Works with the Medical Director, practitioners, staff, and volunteer staff to assure quality patient care.9.Ensures all services are available as presented to the public.10.Participates in performance improvement activities.11.Provides for the age specific needs of the population served according to department standards, as evidence by observation, documentation, and peer feedback.(x) Newborn-Birth to discharge from BRMC(x) Infant-Any child up to one year(x) Pediatric-One year to 12 years(x) Adolescence-13-17 years(x) Adult-18-64(x) Geriatric-65 years and older6.Performs other related duties as required and directed.Qualifications:Required:
Valid
MichiganRegistered Nurse License or Licensed Practical Nurse
BLS
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