Licensed Practical Nurse - (Podiatry Clinic)

About the Role

Provides nursing support to the physician and direct nursing care to patients in an outpatient setting. Serves as the primary medical contact person to screen patients.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license issued by the state of practice or a multi‑state LPN license through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients in an outpatient medical office setting.
• Use standards of care and practice to guide care delivery.
• Accurately and safely administer intramuscular, subcutaneous, and oral medications as ordered.
• Consult with the Provider or Registered Nurse for guidance in nursing care as needed.
• Obtain instruction and supervision from the Provider or Registered Nurse when implementing nursing techniques or practices.
• Perform designated therapeutic procedures to patients as needed.
• Observe, record, and report patient concerns, symptoms, reactions, and progress to the Provider in a timely manner.
• Assist Providers and the Registered Nurse with examinations and procedures.
• Utilize supplies in a cost‑effective manner to help contain patient costs.
• Provide emotional support to patients and families.
• Participate in problem solving and decision making in the outpatient unit.
• Ensure staffing and patient needs are met.
• Obtain medical information from patients; take height, weight, blood pressure, and vital signs.
• Screen patients for chief complaint and pertinent health data, record it in the medical record, and communicate it to the physician.
• Work closely with office assistant and physician to facilitate clinic visits; ensure patient charts are available.
• Escort patients to and from exam rooms.
• Assist with scheduling when necessary.

Physical Requirements

The role requires strength and stamina for lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, positioning, standing, walking, and carrying patients, materials, and equipment weighing 40 + lb on a daily basis. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Working Environment

Standard clinical environment with a very high patient volume. The position is frequently exposed to bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, toxins, and chemicals. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Schedule

• Weekly hours: 40
• Non‑Exempt position (United States of America)