How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to the required and desired qualifications of this position.
Summary
The qualified candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care for the patients of the Cosmetic Dermatology and Laser Center (CLDC), and to promote the ideals of the CDLC mission statement. The CDLC provides treatment for a wide variety of cosmetic and medical concerns, including acne scarring, sun damage, and fine lines and wrinkles. The qualified candidate will be trained to float to other clinics within the Department of Dermatology.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Responsibilities*
Direct Patient Care:
- Provide direct patient care within the LPN Scope of Practice.
- Assist and support clinic operations with patient flow, consents, and procedures.
- Obtain relevant patient medical histories, medication histories, and allergy review.
- Enter visit and procedure information accurately and efficiently in electronic medical record (EMR).
- Assist with procedures and provide post-procedure care instructions.
- Provide laser options discussed by provider and pre/post-care instructions.
- Management of symptoms and biopsy results per provider delegation in EMR.
- Prescription management.
- Prepare clinic medications per delegation agreement with CDLC licensed privileged providers.
- Compound medications to include Botox and Kenalog per policy.
- Assist with PRP injections - phlebotomy and PRP preparation per guidelines.
- Prepare high alert medications (23.4% sodium chloride) and 0.9% sodium chloride for sclerotherapy injections as directed by licensed privileged provider.
- Controlled substance inventory, ordering, and daily counts (AM and PM).
Equipment and Supplies:
- Clean and stock exam rooms.
- Wash, sanitize, and package instruments.
- Order supplies.
- Maintain laser safety goggles and equipment.
Safety and Quality Improvement:
- Provide for the safety of self and others by adherence to the hospital's safety guidelines, polices, and practices. Through education of nursing staff and other members of the health care team, help ensure compliance with all such safety-related policies.
- Participate in the development of clinic goals and objectives.
- Participate in Quality Improvement initiatives, support implementation of changes.
- Protect patient privacy and provide a secure, comfortable, and welcoming clinical environment.
- Maintain IFU per hospital requirements, update system as needed
Regulatory:
- Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA.
- Perform yearly media fill challenge with Compliance Compounding team
- Maintain mandatories.
- Review current nursing and other professional literature per licensing requirements.
- Attend appropriate continuing education, staff development programs.
Required Qualifications*
? Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Michigan.
? Graduation from an accredited LPN program.
? Successful completion of a pharmacology course in an accredited program.
BLS certification.
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Desired Qualifications*
- Two years (within the last 5 years) as an LPN in an Ambulatory Care Clinic Setting.
- Recent experience (within the last 5 years) as an LPN in a Dermatology Clinic.
- Ability to work independently; possess strong organization and prioritization skill; ability to handle multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment; and have demonstrated problem solving skills.
- Excellent attendance.
- Individual must exhibit a professional and positive image when interacting with patients, faculty, and staff. Must also adhere to a high standard of personal and professional conduct; possess excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills; and have a demonstrated ability to interact with a diverse population.
Work Schedule
Hours: 40 hours per week.
Days/Shift Hours: Monday through Friday, Variable hours between 7:30 am to 5:00 pm, flexibility required
Location: Department of Dermatology: Cosmetic Dermatology and Laser Center. May be expected to float to other Dermatology Clinics as staffing requires.
Background Screening
University of Michigan Health System conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.
Contact Information
If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with nursing opportunities please contact Nurse Recruitment at (734) 936-5183.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
Selection Process
The University of Michigan Health System seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and to maintain the excellence of the University. We welcome applications from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the University?s research, teaching, and clinical mission, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The Department of Nursing, like the University of Michigan as a whole, is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons and will not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.