LPN - Physician Practice

Summary

The LPN is responsible for clinically and clerically supporting the physician and other staff members in the delivery of quality patient care, following established standards and procedures. Provides quality clinical care to our patients in various locations as assigned. Assists practitioners with patient care in an efficient and professional manner. Screens the health status of the patient under the direction of the physician. Triages patient phone calls. Documents medical information accurately and appropriately. Understands front office procedures. Ensures regulatory compliance. Maintains clinical equipment and supplies. Maintains professional accountability and responsibility. Provides age-appropriate care. Adheres to organizational policy and procedure. Adheres to the "Patient First" philosophy. This role includes Protected Health Information (PHI) as part of regular responsibilities.

Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Completion of an accredited School of Practical Nursing

Required Length and Type of Experience

• A minimum of one year of experience as an LPN in a primary care office, hospital, or urgent care center is preferred.
• Basic computer skills
• Excellent customer interaction skills

Required Licensure or Certification

• Current Ohio Nursing license, certified to dispense drugs
• Current BLS certification

The role of the LPN is integral in our delivery of world-class patient care. The LPN works closely with the licensed provider as well as other LPNs, MAs and front office staff.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for clinically and clerically supporting the physician and other staff members in the delivery of quality patient care, following established standards and procedures.
• Provides quality clinical care to our patients in various locations as assigned
• Assists practitioners with patient care in an efficient and professional manner.
• Screens the health status of the patient under the direction of the physician.
• Triages patient phone calls.
• Documents medical information accurately and appropriately.
• Ensures regulatory compliance.
• Maintains clinical equipment and supplies.
• Maintains professional accountability and responsibility.
• Provides age-appropriate care.
• Adheres to organizational policy and procedure.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Completion of an accredited School of Practical Nursing.

Required Length and Type of Experience

• Minimum of one year of experience as an LPN in a primary care office, hospital, or urgent care center preferred but not required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Excellent customer interaction skills.

Required Licensure or Certification

• Current Ohio LPN license. BLS certification is required to be obtained during orientation if not current.