Staff Nurse - LPN

Overview Of Position The Nurse is an essential member of the patient center medical home team. Responsible for managing the individualized patient care by promoting and restoring patient’s health through the nursing process, collaborating with providers and multidisciplinary team members, and providing physical and psychological support. Education And Experience Diploma in nursing with 2 years’ experience Current licensure through South Carolina State Board of Nursing CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) or BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required Possess excellent customer service skills and be well organized At least 2 years of experience working in a primary or specialty care medical practice Ability to work in a high-pressure environment Required Skills / Abilities Possess the ability to work with patients, families, clinical and non-clinical staff and providers from a variety of backgrounds while maintaining a non-judgmental attitude Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to collaborate with others to improve quality and address needs Ability to take initiative and handle various tasks simultaneously Knowledge of policies, procedures, regulations, and protocols Knowledge of databases such as EMR systems Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred Maintain current medical knowledge, including pharmacology and medication use At least two years of experience in a physician’s office Excellent interpersonal skills Detail-oriented Ability to multitask Compassion for patients Ability to administer a variety of treatments and medications as directed Capable of adapting to computer software Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no direct reports Essential Job Functions Assess the needs of patients based on data collected through history, observation, physical exam, telephone triage, and analysis of diagnostic data Perform direct patient care: triage, assessment, procedures, treatment, patient education, and follow-up instructions Assist patients and providers in obtaining medication prior authorizations when required Verify that the patient understands the purpose of the visit Provide preventative care information matching the patient’s age, gender, and health status Maintain knowledge of the principles and skills needed for practical nursing to provide patient care and treatment Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures Interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures Basic critical care and chronic illness management Participate in training opportunities Help promote office efficiency and encounter volumes Understand and administer vaccines and immunizations to pediatric and/or adult patients Manage daily clinical workflow, including referral management, telephone encounters, lab results, medication refills, lab Q&A, and compliance with sample medication logs Willingness to learn about AIDS Service Organizations and Community Health Centers Assist in training new nurses in the standard working procedures of HopeHealth Perform other duties as assigned Physical Requirements Hearing: Adequate to perform job duties in person and over the telephone. Speaking: Must be able to communicate clearly to patients in person and over the telephone. Vision: Visual acuity sufficient to read information from printed sources and computer screens. Other: Requires occasional lifting and carrying items weighing up to 10 pounds unassisted in normal daily activities and up to 30 pounds for other required work activities. Additionally, requires frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive hand movements (especially if keyboarding and writing), standing, walking, squatting, and sitting, with some lifting, pushing, and pulling exerted regularly throughout a regular work shift. #J-18808-Ljbffr HopeHealth, Inc.