LPN Outpatient - Cardiology Clinic - Roanoke

About the role

This position is located at Carilion Clinic Cardiology in Roanoke at 2001 Crystal Spring Avenue, Suite 203. It is a full-time position, working Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm, with no weekends or holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provides practical nursing support in the delivery of quality care for the patient in a physician practice or clinic setting as directed by the physician or mid-level practitioner.
• Complies with all federal, state, local, Carilion Clinic, and departmental policies and standards as applicable.
• Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients served.
• Completes patient assessment to include height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint, current medications, etc.
• Prepares patient for provider evaluation, including obtaining specimens, positioning for exams, listing medications, assisting during exams and diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Congresses tele-retinal and tele-dermatology clinic set up.
• Administers medications and injections as directed by the provider.
• Maintains work area, exam, treatment and x-ray rooms and lab in a clean, safe manner; restock with supplies and instruments; sterilize reusable equipment as needed.
• Documents and maintains patient information in the electronic medical record in a timely manner to include update treatment procedures, medication refills, test results, patient concerns, etc.
• Contributes to Carilion Clinic's performance improvement activities.
• Provides patient teaching as indicated and directed by the provider, including lab results, diet instructions, medication instructions, appropriate follow-up, and reinforcing provider instructions as needed.
• Aids with referral authorizations for specialists and pre-authorizations for testing and ancillary services.
• Aids with lab procedures, including collecting urine specimens, collecting and preparing blood samples for reference lab, labeling all specimens with accurate patient ID.
• Observes all safety precautions and standards; assures proper disposal of specimens and contaminated waste.
• LAB (if applicable)
• Performs lab procedures as directed by the provider including phlebotomy, peripheral sticks, collecting and preparing urine specimens, throat smears; conduct lab testing onsite after appropriate training, including waived and moderate complexity studies.
• Prepares equipment to begin testing lab specimens. Runs daily quality control tests as directed by lead clinical/lab staff.
• Maintains Q/A Plan.
• Prepares equipment to begin testing lab specimens. Runs daily quality control test as directed by clinical/lab staff.
• RADIOLOGY (if applicable)
• Performs x-ray procedures as directed by the provider. Takes measures to prevent excessive exposure to patient and self. Completes all documentation and labeling of x-rays.
• Completes all documentation and labeling of x-rays.
• Performs any other tasks relating to the operation of the practice that may be assigned or requested for which training has been provided.

Requirements

• Graduate of accredited school of practical nursing required, or new graduate of approved program eligible to sit for the Virginia licensure exam.
• One (1) year experience in a physician office preferred.
• Current licensure as a Practical Nurse in the State of Virginia (LPN) required.
• Licensure as a Radiologic Technician Limited if performing radiology. Current AHA BLS-HCP certification required.

Qualifications

Customer driven. Demonstrates a positive demeanor, good verbal and written communication skills, and a professional appearance and approach. Must have the ability to problem-solve and communicate with a wide variety of people in an effective manner. Must exhibit skills to utilize automated computer systems, including electronic medical records. Keyboarding skills required for automated computer systems, including electronic medical records.

Skills

Knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients served. Ability to problem-solve and communicate effectively. Proficiency in using automated computer systems, including electronic medical records. Keyboarding skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
Discounts on childcare
Continued education and training

Pay

$21.61 - $30.25 Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Schedule

Full time, Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm, no weekends or holidays.