Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Title Licensed Practical Nurse Department Mercer Medicine College/Division: School Of Medicine Primary Job Posting Location Macon, GA 31207 Additional Job Posting Locations Other locations that this position could be based Job Details The Mercer Medicine Clinic in Macon, Georgia is searching for an LPN. Responsibilities Multi‑task by triaging multiple patients, including obtaining vitals, updating patient information and providing patient education Completing referrals (outgoing/incoming), prescription refills, obtaining authorizations, procedure assistance, completing forms, and manning multiple phone calls Perform independent assessment skills for patient needs Work closely with the physician and consult the physician as needed for patient care Provide support for MD to assist in follow‑up to completing forms, returning calls, and other tasks and areas of follow‑up Qualifications Current Georgia Practical Nursing license and some clinical experience involving direct patient care. Phlebotomy experience is also required. CPR certification must be earned in the first 6 months. Possess caring, compassionate qualities with good communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. Medical office experience preferred, but not required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to apply standard nursing techniques to a wide variety of patient care situations. General knowledge of primary care patients and baseline knowledge concerning cardiac, pulmonology, and endocrine disease processes. Experience in the utilization of an electronic medical record for office patients (e.g., eMDs, eClinical Works, etc.). Experience with pharmaceutical prior authorizations and point of care testing. Ability to perform blood draws and administer injections. Perform Basic Life Support and CPR to respond to a patient in cardio/pulmonary arrest. Basic computer skills and knowledge to complete medical charting, including ICD and CPT coding. Customer service skills with a professional but friendly disposition. Flexibility and willingness to accept change. Ability to maintain composure in difficult situations. Awareness of when to seek help from supervisor to handle situations. Work independently, while possessing sound judgment and understanding as to when to involve the physician. Positive attitude, flexibility, initiative, and ability to communicate effectively. Background Check Contingencies Criminal History Check Document Attachments: Resume, Cover letter, List of references with contact information. Other Information Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Job Family: Staff Clinical Services Non‑exempt EEO Statement EEO/Veteran/Disability #J-18808-Ljbffr