Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Occupational Medicine
Company: Samaritan Health Services
Location: Newport
Posted on: May 11, 2025
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Job Description:
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Occupational Medicine at Samaritan
Health Services summary:
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Occupational Medicine, I
assist practitioners with procedures, manage patient records, and
provide quality nursing care. My role involves adapting to diverse
patient needs while ensuring compliance with medical regulations
and effective communication in a multi-disciplinary team. I
contribute to the health and safety of employees by facilitating
work-related injury management and OSHA-required medical
services.
Summary *Time will be split between Lincoln City and Newport Clinic
locations.
This position -will receive an hourly differential (additional
compensation) -in addition to the base hourly rate. - - - - - -
JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
Assists 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 the Clinic Supervisor within
scope of practice.
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
Samaritan 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/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure required.
Healthcare Provider BLS required.
Previous experience in clinical setting preferred.
Lab/EKG experience preferred.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Patient 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
Rarely
(1 - 10% of the time)
Occasionally
(11 - 33% of the time)
Frequently
(34 - 66% of the time)
Continually
(67 - 100% of the time)
WALK - INCLINE
LIFT -(Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs
LIFT -(Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs
PULL (0-20 pounds force)
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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 -Repetitive
KNEEL -(on knees)
REACH -- Upward
SIT
WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
LIFT -(Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
SQUAT -Static (hold > 30 sec)
ROTATE TRUNK -Sitting
ROTATE TRUNK -Standing
FINGER DEXTERITY
PINCH -Fingers
CARRY -1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
CARRY -2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
MANUAL DEXTERITY -Hands/wrists
STAND
BEND FORWARD -at waist
REACH - -Forward
GRASP -Hand/Fist
PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
PUSH (20-40 pounds force)
PUSH (40-60 pounds force)
PUSH (60 or more pounds force)
Keywords:
Licensed Practical Nurse, Occupational Medicine, patient care,
healthcare, nursing, medical assistance, work-related injuries,
OSHA compliance, clinical care, communication skills
Keywords: Samaritan Health Services, Aloha , Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Occupational Medicine, Healthcare , Newport, Oregon
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