Lpn- Health Care

North Star Health is a federally qualified health center located in Southern Vermont and New Hampshire. We are hiring enthusiastic dependable team players with a desire for a rewarding career in the medical field. Job Summary The Licensed Practical Nurse provides administrative and clinical support to the providers and other healthcare professionals within the clinic maintaining smooth patient flow, and delivery of quality patient care. Responsible for various duties including performing basic medical procedures, managing medical records and coordinating administrative tasks.
Responsibilities Assists the practitioner in caring for office patients.
Introduces self and positively represents North Star Health.
Conducts initial patient interview to gather and document pertinent information regarding their office visit according to policies and procedures.
Obtains and documents vital signs as appropriate for patient age and reason for visit.
Completes a thorough chart review prior to the visit to include identification of outstanding lab and imaging results, clinical documents and consultation reports.
Maintains medical supplies in exam rooms including monitoring for expired items.
Supports patient care through engagement with other members of the patient’s care team. Communicates with external parties such as pharmacies and community agencies. Works in partnership with the multi-disciplinary team to facilitate timely and appropriate access to care for patients (right time, right place, right location, right provider.)
Supports patient care through timely communication to patients of results and treatment plan details as directed by the provider. Completes patient care tasks according to policies and procedures (ie. Inbox Management policy.)
Ensures professional, accurate, current, and comprehensive documentation with proper spelling and grammar within the medical record. Handles the release of health information per policy.
Documents results in an accurate and efficient manner within the electronic medical record.
Responsible for following quality control policies for lab and refrigerated items.
Responsible for monitoring medical emergency tools and supplies (AED, Fire Extinguisher, Eye Wash station, Emergency Kit, Oxygen, etc.)
Handles refills for prescriptions according to policy.
High School Diploma or equivalent
Current LPN License (State Applicable)
Previous experience as an LPN in a physician office preferred
Strong organizational, administrative, and time-management skills.
Ability to work under pressure and react effectively to emergency situations.
Passionate about healthcare excellence.

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