Licensed Practical Nurse Clinic-Primary Rural Health-Full Time

DescriptionSummary:

A professional who performs under the supervision of a registered professional nurse or physician; assesses plans, implements, coordinates, monitors and evaluates patient care activities. He/She has clinical and/or functional knowledge of the position for which they are accountable either directly or indirectly through the delegation of tasks. Collaborates with other clinical associates to meet individual needs; using communication and available resources to promote quality, cost effective care in the Rural Healthcare Clinic.

Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the physician; performs basic patient care duties including, but not limited to, obtaining vital signs, weighingpatients, and collecting specimens [including phlebotomy (specific to site). Assists provider(s) in examination and treatment of patients and with procedures. Assist with patient flow through the clinic.• Answers phone/records phone messages and assists provider(s) with patient related calls. Assists in scheduling test appointment,results and pre-certification. Documents any information related to patient. Assists provider(s) with medication refills.• Administers medications/immunizations according to provider order.• Cleans and restocks exam rooms. Cleans equipment in accordance with policy. Orders stock supplies from supply department (specific to site maintains sterile technique and utilizes universal protocol.• Performs routine clerical duties assigned, including but not limited to locating patient charts, filing and the completion of routine forms.• Attends/completes required meetings and in-service training and performs other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Current Louisiana LPN License BLS Certification required.

Work Schedule:

5 Days - 8 Hours

Work Type:

Full Time