LPN Scheduler - Operating Room - St. Mary

Overview

This position schedules patients for ordered procedures under general supervision, following department guidelines and nurse practice acts. The role employs the nursing process—assessment, planning, and evaluation—to deliver patient care.

• Involve patients and/or families in scheduling practice to provide individualized care and positive patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians and associated office personnel, integrating appropriate reference materials.
• Delegate and assign appropriate nursing interventions to unlicensed team members within their scope of practice.
• Exhibit competence in the safe and effective administration of medications and prescribed therapies using appropriate reference materials.
• Exhibit appropriate judgment in scheduling practices, response to treatment, and communication with team members.
• Participate in the development and implementation of individualized orders and testing modalities related to the ordered procedures.
• Train personnel, effectively utilize manpower resources, and accommodate fluctuating variables on the unit.
• Maintain annual regulatory and clinical requirements and documentation per policy.
• Adapt behavior to the specific patient population, respecting privacy and tailoring communication style and explanations of services or procedures.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• Graduate of an approved training school.
• No work experience required.
• Current licensed practical nurse (LPN) license in the state of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Knowledge of age‑specific community resources and ability to assess and interpret age‑specific data.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (e.g., 24/7, weekend, holiday, on‑call availability) and travel throughout and between facilities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and other compliance‑related concerns.

The employer 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, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform essential functions. Heavy work may involve exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands exceed those for sedentary work. Routine duties expose the employee to blood, body fluids, and tissue, with potential occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous medications, or hazardous waste.

The worker will operate in a patient care area where patients enter and staff may handle specimens carrying disease. The risk level may increase depending on specific duties.