LPN FLOW - Atrium Health Carmel Family Medicine FT

About the role

This position is located in Department 01120 GCMG, Carmel Family Medicine. It is a full-time benefit-eligible role with hours ranging from 0730-430 M-F. The position requires a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and rooms the patient for exam by obtaining vital signs and documenting/updating pertinent health information.
• Performs laboratory procedures using principles of aseptic technique and standard precautions / infection control guidelines.
• Auxiliary in procedures and surgeries such as pelvic exams, allergy scratch testing, EMG, cautery, colposcopy, etc.
• Administers medications under physician/provider orders, including immunizations, antibiotics, pain medications, vitamins, topical agents, and insulin.
• Initiates, maintains, and discontinues IV therapy; administering selected fluids with pre-mixed medications.
• Provides patient education on the performance of tasks, skills, treatment, and self-care.
• Follows through with necessary procedure or test requests, prescription refills, new appointment times, and referrals to other facilities or services.
• Communicates with physicians and other members of the health care team.
• Documents and communicates accurate and timely information regarding patient conditions.
• Completes routine maintenance and quality monitoring of clinic equipment using appropriate technique when cleaning, sterilizing, and caring for instruments and other equipment.
• Organizes and prepares exam rooms, lab, and work areas including: cleaning, stocking, ordering supplies, and maintaining equipment.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
• Participates in patient centered initiatives, care management, performance and quality improvement activities.

Requirements

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license issued by the state in which the team member practices.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in Practical Nursing.
• No experience required.

Skills

• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organization, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a Windows operating system, and use of electronic medical records systems.

Benefits

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards including compensation, benefits, retirement plans, and career development opportunities. Eligibility for these programs may depend on your FTE or status.