LPN - Full Time - Findlay - Dermatology

About Us

NOMS Healthcare provides a different approach to healthcare. We are physician owned and physician led, where patient care is top of mind for all employees. Our goal is to continually improve our scope and depth of service based on the ever-changing needs of our patients. NOMS is committed to taking an active role in the betterment of our community, particularly related to healthcare matters affecting our fellow citizens. We develop and support healthcare practices recognized for exceeding patient expectations, setting the standard for excellence in Northern Ohio.

Our core values—patient centered, high quality service, teamwork, community focus, and trust—are a way of life. We are rapidly expanding and want you to join our team!

About the Role

As an LPN, you will live our core values daily by helping patients in all walks of life, providing high-quality care, working with an excellent team, being a trusted resource, and impacting the community through engagement and volunteer efforts. You will also assist the front desk with clerical duties when needed.

The ideal candidate will convey a positive image of the medical office and provide professional nursing care to clinic patients under the supervision of physicians and the Office Manager.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all HIPAA and OSHA regulations and policies.
• Patient Care:
  • Check schedules and organize patient flow.
  • Accompany patients to exam/procedure rooms; assist with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, and preparing for exams.
  • Collect patient history and perform screenings per provider guidelines.
  • Assist physicians/nurses with various procedures.
  • Chart patient data and relay instructions to patients/families.
  • Answer calls and provide pertinent information.
• Clerical Duties:
  • Send/receive patient medical records.
  • Obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, and referral information.
  • Complete forms/requisitions as needed.
  • Schedule appointments and verify insurance coverage and patient demographics.
  • Manage charts to ensure information is completed and filed appropriately.
• Environmental Responsibilities:
  • Set up instruments and equipment according to department protocol.
  • Clean exam/procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control.
  • Clean sterilizer according to scheduled maintenance program and keep appropriate records.
  • Order, sort, store, and restock supplies.
• Organizational Responsibilities:
  • Respect and promote patient rights.
  • Respond appropriately to emergency codes.
  • Share problems relating to patients and/or staff with immediate supervisors quickly.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to navigate electronic medical records; EPIC experience preferred but not required.
• High school graduation or GED.
• Graduate of a two-year accredited nursing school.
• Current State of Ohio LPN License.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a medical office.
• Knowledge of basic nursing principles and protocols.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety, and patient confidentiality.
• Knowledge of medical chart reporting/records.
• Skill in appropriate assessment and assistance techniques.
• Skill in appropriate use of universal precautions, safe workplace, and confidentiality methods.
• Skill in health information management by appropriately charting patient data.
• Skill in identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member with physicians and other staff.
• Ability to appropriately interact with patients, families, staff, and others.
• Ability to flexibly respond to changing demands.
• Ability to apply written instructions and standardized work practices.
• Ability to communicate clearly.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• A variety of a la carte options.
• Impressive wellness incentive program focused on employee health.
• Competitive pay, reviewed annually to ensure alignment with competitors.
• Career growth and development opportunities, including leadership and training programs.

Working Conditions

This position works in a combination of medical office and exam/procedure room settings. The office is well-lighted, well-ventilated, and spacious. There is potential exposure to communicable diseases and other conditions common to a medical office setting.

The ideal candidate must:

• Use appropriate body mechanics techniques for patient transfers and assistance.
• Be able to lift up to 30 pounds of supplies.