Clinic Nurse (LPN/RN)

Clinic Nurse (LPN/RN) Job Title: Clinic Nurse (LPN/RN) Location: 3165 Beaumont Centre Cir., Suite 180, Lexington, KY 40513 Travel: Yes, to other clinic locations FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. About Family Allergy & Asthma Founded in 1979, Family Allergy & Asthma is one of the nation’s leading allergy and asthma practice groups, serving patients across Arkansas, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee. With more than 100 allergists, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered allergy and immunology care. Our comprehensive services include: Allergy and asthma evaluation and treatment Environmental, food, and drug allergy testing Pulmonary function testing High-risk food challenges Sublingual immunotherapy Aspirin desensitization Food immunotherapy Position Summary The Clinic Nurse (LPN/RN) demonstrates knowledge and application of job duties within the scope of practice and functions under the direction of their manager(s) and/or Director(s). The nurse respectfully interacts with all levels of staff, provides direct nursing care during assigned duty hours, participates in department activities, promotes independence, adheres to the attendance policy, encourages socialization, and advocates for the quality of life of our patients while maintaining compliance with all applicable laws, regulatory and organizational standards. The nurse supports the company’s core values. Duties and Responsibilities Get rooms ready for patients and prepare for allergy testing each morning Calibrate PFT sensor daily Escort patients to a treatment room and prepare them for the doctor’s visit Assist the doctor with skin testing and other procedures as ordered Send prescriptions, complete asthma care plans and discharge summaries Complete documentation in the EMR system Prepare and administer any medications requested by the doctor Perform pulmonary function testing, FeNO testing, and peak flow monitoring Educate patients regarding medications and environmental control Prepare and administer nebulized medication and provide education if needed Scan testing sheets Schedule appointments for outpatient procedures Administer allergy injections and complete all duties of the shot room Maintain a clean and stocked clinical area and exam rooms Keep samples and sample bags stocked on shelves Communicate with injection room staff when emergency medications are used and need to be reordered Check refrigerator temperatures daily and log on chart Complete all tasks in Triage when scheduled Prepare patient information folders and Environmental Control packets Prepare ID and scratch trays Shut down and plug in computers (pack, if needed), and plug in otoscopes at end of day Transport supplies to and from satellite offices as needed Maintain and follow HIPAA policies and procedures Order supplies, as necessary, through the approved clinic procedure Cover Injection Room and/or Front Offices as needed Train new staff as needed or directed Other relevant duties assigned by Director Work with Healix & Specialty pharmacies to process Biologics/IVIG prescriptions and forms: Obtain prior authorizations as needed Cross‑train for Triage Nurse position and cover as needed Qualifications Abilities, Knowledge and Skills Ability to fluently speak and read English Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, handbooks, policies, patient care plans and procedure manuals Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and written, with all levels of staff and patients Required Education LPN: Diploma from an accredited LPN program RN: Associate's degree from an accredited college or university Required Certifications / Licensure Current, valid LPN or RN license in good standing to practice in the State of Kentucky Current, valid CPR certification Valid driver's license Required Experience Minimum of 1‑2 years of related nursing experience Physical Demands The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the physical demands. Use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. Stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push, pull, bend, sit. On average, injection room or clinic staff may be standing or walking 80% of their shift. Occasionally lift or move up to 30 pounds. Vision requirements: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Communication requirements: ability to talk and hear in order to converse with others, discern, convey, express oneself, and exchange information. Work Environment Noise level is usually moderate; lighting is in the standard range. Subject to infectious waste, potential exposure to allergens in concentrated forms, diseases and conditions. EEO Compliance All Family Allergy & Asthma divisions are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. Family Allergy & Asthma divisions are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success. #J-18808-Ljbffr Family Allergy & Asthma