Clinic LPN Urgent Care

About the Role

This is a full-time, day-shift Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position. The role involves delivering patient care, facilitating interdisciplinary communication, and maintaining accurate electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Recognize and assess urgent/emergency patient needs and initiate appropriate emergency procedures.
• Function within guidelines of various payor regulations and facilitate interdisciplinary communication.
• Assess patient data, learning needs, and provide accurate information to patients and families.
• Follow clinic procedures for managing the electronic medical record (e.g., test results, retrieval, filing, charging).
• Evaluate patient and family understanding of treatment plans and instructions.
• Assist with procedures, exams, and operation of diagnostic equipment (e.g., tympanometry, spirometry).
• Maintain aseptic technique for preparation, procedures, and medication administration.
• Document all patient interactions accurately and legibly in the electronic medical record.
• Report results and pertinent information to patients and healthcare team members.
• Perform basic nursing functions (vitals, rooming, assisting with procedures, immunizations, medication injections) under provider supervision.
• Maintain a professional appearance of patient exam and procedure rooms.

Marginal Functions

• Provide cross-coverage in other clinic areas as needed.
• Follow equipment maintenance protocols, identify problems, and coordinate repairs.
• Participate in Performance Improvement projects.

Requirements

• Current LPN license issued by the State of Iowa.
• Clinic/physician office experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certification (or obtained within three months of hire).
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to the population served (within three months of hire).