LPN Outpatient - Plastic Surgery

This position supports the section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Carilion Clinic, focusing exclusively on reconstructive patients with no cosmetic or aesthetic services performed. The role does not involve floating to the cosmetic center.

Responsibilities

• Provides practical nursing support 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.
• Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development to care for patients of all ages.
• Completes patient assessments, including height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint, and current medications.
• Prepares patients for provider evaluation, including obtaining specimens, positioning for exams, listing medications, and assisting during exams and diagnostic/therapeutic procedures.
• Coordinates tele-retinal and tele-dermatology clinic setup.
• Administers medications and injections as directed by the provider.
• Maintains work area, exam, treatment, and x-ray rooms in a clean, safe manner; restocks supplies and sterilizes reusable equipment.
• Documents and maintains patient information in the electronic medical record, including treatment procedures, medication refills, test results, and patient concerns.
• Contributes to performance improvement activities.
• Provides patient teaching as directed by the provider, including lab results, diet instructions, medication instructions, and follow-up care.
• Assists with referral authorizations for specialists and pre-authorizations for testing and ancillary services.
• Assists with lab procedures, including collecting urine specimens, blood samples, and labeling specimens with accurate patient ID.
• Observes safety precautions and ensures proper disposal of specimens and contaminated waste.
• Performs lab procedures (if applicable), including phlebotomy, peripheral sticks, urine specimen collection, throat smears, and onsite lab testing after training.
• Prepares equipment for lab testing, runs daily quality control tests, and adheres to quality control measures for all lab procedures.
• Performs x-ray procedures (if applicable), ensuring safety measures to prevent excessive exposure to patients and self; completes documentation and labeling of x-rays.
• Performs other assigned tasks relating to the operation of the practice for which training has been provided.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing or a new graduate eligible to sit for the Virginia licensure exam.
• One (1) year of experience in a physician office preferred.
• Current licensure as a Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of Virginia.
• Licensure as a Radiologic Technician Limited if performing radiology.
• Current AHA BLS-HCP certification.
• Customer-driven with a positive demeanor, strong verbal and written communication skills, and a professional appearance.
• Ability to problem-solve and communicate effectively with a wide variety of people.
• Proficiency in automated computer systems, including electronic medical records and keyboarding skills.

Pay

Compensation range: $21.61 - $30.25 per hour. Employee pay is based on qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. This range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Benefits

Eligible for the Referral Bonus Program.

Schedule

• Employment Status: Full time
• Shift: Day