Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Staff LPN - LeadCome join our team as a full-time Staff LPN - Lead with BJC Medical Group in Farmington, Missouri, this is a rare opportunity to join a great team!40-Hours per weekDay ShiftBenefit EligibleBJC Medical Group is the multi-specialty physician-led organization of BJC HealthCare and includes over 600 doctors and advanced practice providers who are affiliated with top-ranked hospitals in the Midwest region.Since 1994, BJC Medical Group has provided access to extraordinary care in over 145 locations and over 25 specialties in the greater St. Louis, mid-Missouri and southern Illinois areas. Our providers are nationally recognized for excellent patient satisfaction, quality health care, and improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve.Role PurposeThe Lead Staff LPN Ambulatory is responsible for leading a team of Medical Assistants and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) in providing direct patient care under the direction of a physician or other licensed provider in an ambulatory care setting. Assigned tasks may include: rooming patients, administration of medications in-office, initiating/discontinuing IV fluids and assisting with in-office medical procedures. This position serves as an experienced role model within the practice by supporting compliance, providing cross-training, ensuring efficient flow of daily operations with all patients and personnel while following practice protocols and procedures.ResponsibilitiesProvides and monitors training and oversight of clinical personnel regarding their respective job functions and/or assumes the job responsibility for staff members who might need help or coverage with their assigned duties.Performs triage of incoming escalated patient requests.Monitors enforcement of HIPAA, CLIA, OSHA, Medication Management and Infection Prevention procedures for cleaning and sterilization of equipment or instruments.Acts as LPN/MA clinical subject matter expert to assist practice management in oversight of coverage and daily patient operations; ensures that clinical protocols and patient assessment guidelines are followed in accordance with standard operating procedures and applicable state regulations.Provides general nursing services to patients under the supervision of a physician or licensed provider, within the scope of practice for the LPN; Performs clinical skills, such as phlebotomy, EKGs, point of care testing and medication administration. Assists with medical office procedures and initiating/discontinuing IV fluids as directed. Appropriately documents patient assessment and treatment protocols in accordance with compliance standards; trains and performs various lab procedures according to set standards.BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.Minimum RequirementsHigh School Diploma or GEDNursing2-5 years ExperienceLPN - IV Cert Licenses & CertificationsPreferred RequirementsAssociate or Trade School Equi EducationNursingNo Experience Supervisor ExperienceBJC Total RewardsAt BJC we're committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire dateDisability insurance* paid for by BJCAnnual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution401(k) plan with BJC matchTuition Assistance available on first dayBJC Institute for Learning and DevelopmentHealth Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsPaid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal timeAdoption assistanceTo learn more, go to our Benefits Summary.*Not all benefits apply to all jobsThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer