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Chesapeake Regional Healthcare
LPN Ambulatory
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$60,755 / year median in North Carolina
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Assist with patient education and document clinical information on the medical record Pre-assess patient by reviewing history and collecting current information: review of systems Obtain vitals for each patient as applicable Chaperone patient encounter with physician as requested and/or required Perform point of care testing and record results into the electronic medical record. Prepare requisitions for laboratory requests Coordinate homecare and physical therapy as ordered by the physician via telephone or fax Order prescriptions and/or coordinate pharmaceutical orders via telephone and/or electronic means as ordered by the physician Respond to telephone requests from patients and/or caregivers in a timely manner record in electronic medical record as applicable. Obtain patient laboratory, radiology, test results, and specialty reports, as required Prepare room and patient for provider encounter Provide intervention ordered by provider (medication, dressings, specimen collection, irrigations, immunizations, suture removal, and IVs) Initiate interventions and health education according to provider guidelines Educate and provide preparation materials for diagnostic studies (i.e. Lab, Radiology, EKG) Resolve patient concerns promptly Provide emergency care as necessary and as directed by the physician Maintain office's quality improvement standards Order supplies and restock rooms as necessary Assist peers with assignments as needed; perform additional duties at the request of the Practice Manager Work efficiently, maintaining a high level of productivity, completing all tasks in a timely manner Assure a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors by following all safety precautions and procedures in the performance of job duties Follow department protocols for proper use of physical barriers and safety equipment with regard to universal precautions Keep all exam rooms clean and organized Consistently display a caring a responsive attitude and represent the corporation in a positive manner, conducting all activities in a way that respects patient/customer rights and expectations Attend required hospital-wide orientations, meetings, and in-services Demonstrate a commitment to flexible work scheduling when necessary to ensure patient care Scan external documents into electronic medical record when applicable Greet patients and visitors in patient settings Check patients in/out via the electronic medical record as it applies to practice routine Make follow up appointments as it applies to practice routine Request/coordinate authorizations for referrals/consults as it applies to practice routine Prepare non-disposable instruments for sterilization utilizing current sterilization practices and procedures Provide work notes to patients per practice routine Obtain preauthorization's for medications that require such action per practice routine These above specific tasks and responsibilities may vary based on the healthcare facility, patient population, and the instructions provided by the Medical Director or supervising physician Reports to: