Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

As an LPN works collaboratively with the staff and providers within the team setting to facilitate quality care for the patient.

Essential Functions of the Role:

• Performs general nursing care to patients. Administers treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
• Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids provider during treatment, examination, and testing of patients.
• Observes, records, and reports patients’ condition and reaction to drugs or treatments to providers.
• Oversees appointment bookings and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations. Maintains timely flow of patients.
• Greets patients and obtains well-documented history and vitals. Prepares patients for physical exam. Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.
• In accordance with established procedures and as prescribed by applicable licensure/certification, may 1) obtain/record vital signs; 2) perform initial assessment on patient; 3) coordinate patient transfer to hospital and/or discharge; 4) give telephone orders; 5) accept telephone test results; 6) perform telephone triage; 7) call in provider
• approved prescription refills; 8) obtain wound culture; 9) administer oxygen; 10) open sterile tray; 11) apply topical medications; 12) give oral medications; 13) give sublingual medications to adults patients.
• Only if appropriate training has been obtained, may 1) perform blood collection by lancet; 2) pulse oximetry; 3) suture and/or staple removal; 4) administer breathing treatment; 5) give allergy/insulin/immunization medications to adult patients; 6) give intra-muscular and/or subcutaneous injections to adult patients; 7) give injections Z track to adult patients.
• After providing verification of completion for special training, may perform 1) EKG’s;
• 2) assist/process biopsies; 3) start saline lock or IV fluids and monitor IV fluids; 4) stress echos; 5) treadmills.
• May administer IV push medications and/or add medications to IV only after completion of special training and only under direct supervision of licensed practitioner.
• May make arrangements for patient testing and admissions.
• Per provider and/or established protocol, instructs patients and/or family with regard to medication and treatment and documents the same.
• Orders, prepares, and inspects patient charts. Posts tests and examination results. Reviews patient’s tests and examination results with provider; documents instructions and notified patient.
• Maintains patient files, records and other information in a professional manner following policies and procedures regarding documentation.
• Ensures preparation of exam rooms including re-stocking of treatment areas.
• Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional licensure and affiliations.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Uses oral and written communication skills to effectively convey ideas in a clear, positive manner.
• Maintains established policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or G.E.D
• Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing or vocational nursing
• Valid state license to practice nursing
• BCLS Certification

Desired Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of experience in the Cardiology field
• Knowledge of ICD10, CPT and HCPCS Ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Previous experience administering IV fluids
• Previous medical office experience preferred

Work Environment

Work is performed in a typical medical clinic and/or business office environment. Work in a clinical setting has the potential for exposure to blood and bodily fluids, and infectious pathogens. Must be able to use protective equipment as required. 

Physical Requirements

This position requires full range of body motion. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to handle or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 50 pounds. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The statements contained herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the LPN/LVN, but is not a complete list of the responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Other duties may be assigned as business needs dictate. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.