Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - General Surgery Clinic
Position SummaryThis position must be able to prioritize clinic/patients needs and assist in other areas as requested.
This position works independently and has exposure to communicate disease and body fluids.
The LPN will be responsible for the following:
measure/record patient's vital signs, update charts, prepare patients for examinations, tests & treatments, obtain consents and explain procedures, (may perform CLIA-waived laboratory testing as needed) assist provider with in-office procedures, administer injectable medications/vaccines, performs services (such as:
wound care treatment, suture removals, patient education, etc) preauthorize services with insurance companies as needed arrange and schedule referrals to other providers/facilities while coordinating with insurance requirements if applicable maintain various medical logs according to policy/procedures set forth within in the clinic clean and sterilize instruments using germicides, sterilizers or autoclave, set-up equipment and prepare medical treatment rooms communicate care needs/services with the patient and/or their representative, answer patients' calls and determine how to assist them upon physician's orders, refill prescriptions via electronic, fax, or phone evaluate nursing intervention outcomes, conferring with other health-care team members as necessary work as part of a health care team to assess patient's needs, plan & modify care and implement interventions Licenses/Certifications Required:
Unencumbered Arkansas LPN license, CPRSpecific Educational & Skill Competencies Required:
The ability to operate standard nursing practices, as usually demonstrated by completion of a licensed practical nurse program and obtainment of AR licensure.
This position must have effective communication skills with patients, co-workers, supervisors, and physicians.
This person must have excellent problem-solving skills and utilize professional knowledge in this process.
A minimum of 2 years experience in primarily in family practice clinic or clinic setting preferred.
Computer skills or ability to learn computer skills for this position is essential.
Recommended Skills Autoclaves Cpr Communication Curiosity Licensed Practical Nurse Office Procedures Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
This position works independently and has exposure to communicate disease and body fluids.
The LPN will be responsible for the following:
measure/record patient's vital signs, update charts, prepare patients for examinations, tests & treatments, obtain consents and explain procedures, (may perform CLIA-waived laboratory testing as needed) assist provider with in-office procedures, administer injectable medications/vaccines, performs services (such as:
wound care treatment, suture removals, patient education, etc) preauthorize services with insurance companies as needed arrange and schedule referrals to other providers/facilities while coordinating with insurance requirements if applicable maintain various medical logs according to policy/procedures set forth within in the clinic clean and sterilize instruments using germicides, sterilizers or autoclave, set-up equipment and prepare medical treatment rooms communicate care needs/services with the patient and/or their representative, answer patients' calls and determine how to assist them upon physician's orders, refill prescriptions via electronic, fax, or phone evaluate nursing intervention outcomes, conferring with other health-care team members as necessary work as part of a health care team to assess patient's needs, plan & modify care and implement interventions Licenses/Certifications Required:
Unencumbered Arkansas LPN license, CPRSpecific Educational & Skill Competencies Required:
The ability to operate standard nursing practices, as usually demonstrated by completion of a licensed practical nurse program and obtainment of AR licensure.
This position must have effective communication skills with patients, co-workers, supervisors, and physicians.
This person must have excellent problem-solving skills and utilize professional knowledge in this process.
A minimum of 2 years experience in primarily in family practice clinic or clinic setting preferred.
Computer skills or ability to learn computer skills for this position is essential.
Recommended Skills Autoclaves Cpr Communication Curiosity Licensed Practical Nurse Office Procedures Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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