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The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) will be responsible for providing direct nursing services including, but not limited to, patient intake, vital signs, provide assistance, education and counseling in conformance with clinical protocols. Assists in the smooth and efficient flow of patient care. The LPN/LVN ensures that the delivery of high quality, cost efficient, culturally sensitive services comply with all Federal, State and Local agency policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Clinical
· Patient screening – takes patient history, vital signs, and accurately documents information in patient’s medical record.
· Prepares patients for varied exams and/or test(s).
· Assists provider with procedures and/or minor surgery.
· Administers various injections and/or vaccines.
· Performs ECG’s, pulse oximetry, and other procedures specific to specialty.
· Exhibits and promotes a standard of excellence in the performance of all duties and interactions with patients, co-workers and outside contacts.
· Assists in monitoring, researching and returning patient calls as directed by the provider.
Clerical
· Answers telephones, writes clearly and accurately, is precise.
· Competent computer capabilities.
· Monitors and orders supplies to ensure adequate supply at all times.
· Pulls and files charts as needed to assist in office workflow and load.
Other
· Works as part of a team, demonstrates willingness to assist with wherever and whatever is needed.
· Demonstrates excellent customer service skills.
· Exhibits and promotes a standard of excellence on the performance of all duties and interactions with patients, co-workers and outside contacts.
· Is flexible in hours and work locations, as needed.
· Provides clinical guidance to Medical Assistants as requested.
· Maintains current state licensure.
· Other duties as assigned.
LPN/LVN Job Description – continued
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Appropriate state license.
2. At least three years of relevant work experience preferred.
3. Medical terminology / transcription preferred.
4. Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
5. Ability to communicate well with all levels of healthcare professionals.
6. Possesses basic typing and computer skills.
7. Ability to maintain a high standard of customer service and adherence to company protocol in hectic and sometimes hostile situations.
8. Self motivated, needing little supervision.
9. Detail oriented.
10. Passes initial competency and annual review.