Licensed Practical Nurse
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Job Location:
Sun City, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- The Licensed Practical Nurse performs professional nursing care under supervision for clinic patients
- Facilitates communication between the patient and the provider during patient care:
- Collect and shares pertinent information with the provider
- Receives and acts on directives from the provider
- Screens patients for appropriate medical history information
- Observes records and reports patient condition
- Participates in patient treatment regimen including administering medications (under the supervision of a physician and registered nurse).
- Monitor biohazard and sharps containers and replace them as needed.
- Communicates instruction for pre and post-procedure care.
- Performs triage for incoming patient calls.
- Instructs patient and family regarding medication and treatment instructions.
- Orders prepares and inspects patient pre-procedure testing.
- Communicate any pre-procedure results to physician.
- Provides monitoring of patient progress between Physician or PA visits.
- Scans clinical documents into EMR.
- Ensures patient receives education as indicated by the provider.
- Manages EMR desktops of assigned providers in a timely manner.
- Create and promote a positive patient experience.
- Maintain HIPAA compliant environment.
- Maintain clean workspace
EDUCATION
- LPN Licensure from accredited school of nursing.
- BLS Certification required
EXPERIENCE
- 1-2 years of experience in orthopedics spine surgery or pain management is preferred.
- More than 2 years experience as an LPN in the field of medicine.
- Must have completed advanced IV insertion training and ongoing maintenance training.
KNOWLEDGE
- Knowledge of the health care field.
- General knowledge of patient care in a clinic.
- Knowledge of back-office skills.
- Knowledge of patient confidentiality state laws HIPAA regulations and medical records procedures.
- Basic computer operating knowledge-Microsoft word and Excel
SKILLS
- Requires strong computer skills including the ability to work with medical software.
- Requires exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- Professionalism when interacting with providers co-workers patients family members and the public. Ability to problem-solve.
- Experience and use of electronic medical records
- Time management skills.
- Ability to adapt to change
ABILITIES
- Ability to work with and maintain confidential patient information.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff patients and clients.
- Ability to follow precise direction instructions and system protocols.
- Ability to provide friendly timely service to all patients and/or clients with questions or concerns.
- Ability to take direction and follow through on assignments and responsibilities.
- Ability to assess client and identify medical needs/concerns and the ability to communicate this to supervisory MD or NP provider.
- Ability to triage patients
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS
- Normal clinic environment
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS
- Pushing pulling bending and stretching are required.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
- Manual dexterity using a calculator and computer keyboard.
ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- HOPCo Mission Vision and Values must be acknowledged and adhered to
This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities knowledge skills abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- ICU Experience
- Dermal Fillers
- Experience Administering Injections
- Home Care
- Nursing
- Botox Experience
- Critical Care Experience
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feeding
About Company
The recognized leader in comprehensive musculoskeletal care delivery, practice management and value-based orthopedic care.
