Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Endocrinology Clinic - Endocrinology Clinic

Company: Washington Regional
Location: Fayetteville
Posted on: April 1, 2021

Job Description:

Job Posting: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Endocrinology Clinic Employment Type: Full Time Location: Endocrinology Clinic - Fayetteville, AR Department: Endocrinology Clinic Shift: Monday - Friday Days FTE: Job Number: JO-2103-41958 Date Posted: 3/16/2021 Categories: Licensed Nurses POSITION SUMMARY
The LPN is responsible for measuring/recording patients vital signs, update charts, prepare patients for examinations, tests and treatments, obtain consents and explain procedures, collect blood, urine & sputum samples from patients and perform CLIA-waived laboratory testing, Assist physician with in-office procedures, administer injectable medications/vaccines, perform services (such as: EKG, oxygen treatments, wound care treatment, ear irrigation, suture removals, patient education, etc.), preauthorize services with insurance companies, 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 the clinic, inventory and requisition supplies and instruments, clean and sterilize instruments using germicides, sterilizers or autoclave, set-up equipment and prepare medical treatment rooms, make appointments, keep records and perform other clerical duties in clinic, communicate care needs/services with the patient and/or their representative, answer patients calls and determine how to assist them, upon physician 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 patients needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions. This position must be able to prioritize clinic/patients needs and assist in other areas as requested. This position works independently and has exposure to communicable disease and body fluids. This position spends the majority of time standing (up to 60% of work time) with frequent walking of short distances (up to 20% of work times.)LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED LPN License/CPRSPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL AND 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, supervisor and physicians. This person must have good time management and problem solving skills and utilize professional knowledge in this process. Prefer someone to have a minimum of 2 years experience primarily in Internal medicine or family practice setting. The ability to operate standard office equipment and effectively communicate with customers. Ability to learn computer skills for position is essential.

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