LPN - Hampton Rheumatology

Overview

Performs duties under the direction or supervision of a licensed medical practitioner or a registered nurse. Responsible for conducting a focused assessment of the patient, including vital signs and data gathering, implementing established plans of care, and evaluating the effectiveness of treatments in a medical practice setting. May float to other practices within the region to provide operational support as needed.

Responsibilities

• Accurately complete all required clinical documentation per Riverside Medical Group standards, including point‑of‑care testing, medication logs, and annual wellness visits.
• Maintain documentation quality and timeliness, ensuring records are legible and completed the same day.
• Work with providers to address care gaps for each patient.
• Perform lab functions and proficiency testing; maintain clinical competency.
• Interview patients, verify purpose of visit, and update/maintain patient records.
• Obtain vital signs proficiently, including manual measurements when needed.
• Prepare and sanitize exam rooms before and after appointments.
• Administer medications and vaccines under physician supervision.
• Process prescription refill requests for approval and forwarding to pharmacies.
• Maintain medical inventory and keep exam rooms stocked appropriately.
• Ensure equipment is operational and facilitate preventive maintenance.
• Comply with healthcare regulations, HIPAA, and OSHA standards.
• Complete required competencies and continuing education to maintain skill level.
• Provide patient education on prescribed medications and overall care.
• Explain the importance of registration and medical history forms to patients.
• Follow up with patients promptly regarding lab results, phone calls, prescription fills/refills, referrals, and appointment scheduling.
• Answer telephone calls from patients, pharmacies, physicians, and vendors by close of business.
• Communicate lab/pathology results and schedule additional tests per provider orders.
• Obtain pre‑authorizations for prescription drugs, procedures, and tests to ensure proper insurance reimbursement.
• Build collaborative relationships with a multidisciplinary team and actively participate in team meetings.

Qualifications

• Education: Program Graduate, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – required.
• Experience: 1 year nursing experience – preferred.
• Licenses and Certifications:
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) (required upon hire).
  • CPR/BLS Certification – American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (required upon hire).

Pay

Hiring range: $25.80 – $35.48 per hour. Actual pay is determined based on job‑related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Location

Hampton, Virginia