Clinic LPN

Principal Job Functions

• Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
• Collections subjective and objective data and contributes to the assessment of the patient; documents appropriately in the patient chart.
• Makes accurate and timely observations and documents changes in the patient’s condition in the patient chart.
• Retrieves messages and responds to calls from patients, pharmacies, hospitals, nursing homes and other medical offices by use of telephone and computer in a timely manner as delegated by licensed heath care provider (MD, RN, PA, NP).
• Aids the physician or provider with all examinations and procedures.
• Keeps the exam rooms clean, disinfected and stocked with necessary supplies.
• Schedules outpatient tests and procedures at hospitals by telephone in a timely manner; adheres to the referral process of the practice.
• Explains tests and preparation as needed for adequate patient education.
• Reads and follows policies and procedure manuals for the practice.
• Maintains inventory of supplies and communicates information to Office Manager.
• Administers injections, vital signs, vision and auditory testing as delegated.
• Distributes required vaccination materials and obtains required authorized signature from patient, parent, or guardian as needed.
• Completes patient chart in a thorough and timely fashion.
• Maintains flow of patients in accordance with time of appointment in order to avoid delays for the provider and undue waiting for patients.
• Responsible for compliance with OSHA and safety plans of the practice.

Education And Experience

• Graduation from an accredited professional nursing program required.
• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of Nebraska required.

Other Credentials / Certifications

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.