Clinic Staff LPN

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians in their medical practice by providing technical assistance and care to patients.
• Administers medications topically, orally, and by injection as ordered by the physician.
• Administers treatments within his/her scope of practice as ordered by the physician.
• Absists physicians with examinations and procedures as needed.
• Prepares patients for procedures per protocol.
• Arranges diagnostic procedures.
• Obtains prior authorizations.
• Participates in obtaining and meeting quality measures.
• Maintains a clean, safe patient environment.
• Maintains equipment to be sure it is in proper working condition.
• May assist physician with minor surgery.
• Answers telephone and responds to patient concerns or questions.
• Maintains appropriate records, assists with coding and patient charges.
• Collections and properly disposes of selected specimens.
• Provides appropriate education to patients/families.
• Assists with filling and refilling prescriptions per doctor’s orders.
• Cooperates with other personnel to maintain good employee and public relations.
• Informs supervisor or clinic Director of concerns or problems.
• Attends required meetings and maintains personal growth and development through workshops and in-service meetings.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a current Nebraska license.
• Knowledge of technical nursing procedures.
• CPR certified.