Medical Surgical Unit: Licensed Practical Nurse

Description

Job Summary:

The LPN is responsible for assisting the Provider in the daily clinical operations of the clinic they are assigned to work in. The LPN is expected to provide high quality care to patients and perform duties under the direction of the clinic provider, performing routine, technical clinical duties and assist with other related duties involved in providing patient care. Demonstrates ethical and appropriate clinical behavior for the clinic environment to include (but no be limited to) respect for the patient; dignity; rights; age and other specific care needs; and maintenance of confidentiality of information. Work performed to include radiographic procedures under the administrative supervision of a licensed physician. First point of contact for all patients, other doctor’s and those with whom we have other business or professional relationships. Assumes responsibility for patient check-in process; also, telephone attendant relaying incoming and outgoing calls.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No Supervisory Responsibilities

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Works inside under normal temperature conditions with adequate light, in a well-ventilated, clean area; some areas are limited in space; usually works around others; must expect some moderate noise.

1. No unusual hazard risks; may be exposed to muscular strain in supporting, lifting, and assisting patients.
2. Conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases and on-the-job injuries.

This position has an OSHA Category I level of exposure to blood and body substances. Category I tasks are all procedures or other job-related tasks involving an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or body tissues or a potential for spills or splashes with blood, body fluids or tissues. Use of appropriate protective measures is required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Ensures all applicable regulatory requirements and governing practices are followed.  
• Promptly attends work as scheduled and completes position responsibilities by following established guidelines & protocols within the appropriate time frame
• Works cooperatively and respectfully with other personnel, showing a spirit of teamwork and cooperation. Willingness to assist other clinics as needed.  
• Maintains confidentiality of the patient’s medical condition, personal problems, and medical record.  
• Shows initiative in completing job responsibilities.
• Is neat, clean, and dressed according to the Dress Code Policy.
• Works cooperatively and respectfully with other personnel, showing a spirit of teamwork and cooperation.
• Demonstrates good skills in all forms of communication.
• Prepares patients for provider and assists provider while in exam rooms.  
• Obtains vital signs.  
• Gives medications in both oral and injectable form.  
• Collects and sterilizes equipment, assisting, and cleaning rooms after patient procedures have been completed.  
• Collects specimens, such as urine or blood for lab testing.
• Keeps exam and drug rooms clean and stocked with supplies.  
• Assists with making referrals for diagnostic testing, pre-certs and other care outside of the clinics. Schedule special appointments or hospital admission.  
• Administer vision and hearing tests.  
• Calls patients concerning reports, answering questions and assisting with instructions.  
• Quality waived tests, strep, flu, pregnancy, and blood glucose tests must be performed.  
• Maintain records, vital statistics, and pertinent data.  
• Perform EKGs.  
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Basic computer skills required
• Interpersonal skills- including customer relations, grammar, reading, and organizational skills
• Ability to adapt to new procedures
• Knowledge of prior EMR systems preferred but not required 

Education and Experience:

• Degree from an accredited school of nursing and current certification in licensed practical nursing with the Alabama Board of Nursing.  
• Pursues programs of Continuing Education meeting the twenty-four (24) hours required per two-year period by the Alabama Board of Nursing.  

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, lift, balance, sit, kneel, hear, reach, pull, talk, see, turn, carry, push, handle and write. This job requires you to reach above the head, push/pull 5 lbs, lift/carry up to 15 lbs, and lift from floor to waist level.