Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

About the role

As the only independent and physician-led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University Clinical Health (UCH) offers best-in-class clinical care through a network of 175+ providers across 19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid-South community. UCH is a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported group practice and is here to serve the community while providing medical excellence to our patients.

Responsibilities

• Preparing equipment
• Triaging patient concerns
• Assisting physicians during examinations and treatments
• Obtaining patient vital signs (pulse, blood pressure, temperature, respiration)
• Coordinating procedure scheduling
• Obtaining prior authorizations
• Observing and maintaining records on patient care, condition, reaction, and progress through the electronic medical records
• Patient Assessment
• Patient education/resources
• Patient procedures
• Exam room readiness
• Equipment availability and effectiveness
• Pre-certification/authorization effectiveness
• HIPPA/regulatory compliance
• Team effectiveness

Skills

• Knowledge of nursing, anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology specific to Pulmonology
• Knowledge of equipment, sterilization techniques, and procedures of treatment
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations
• Ability to apply medical chart requirements
• Ability to read charts to ensure lab tests and reports are included for physician review
• Demonstrated ability to perform medical assessments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively with people
• Able and willing to share and receive information
• Pays close attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness