LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)/RN (Registered Nurse)

LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)/RN (Registered Nurse) Hertford, NC 27944 Full-time Full-time

JOB SUMMARY

LPN to function in a clinical setting, demonstrating professional and clinical knowledge dedicated to Family Medicine, caring for patients from pediatrics to geriatrics. Support and communicate with other clinical and non-clinical staff, while caring for patients and performing routine medical procedures and tests in conjunction with patient visits. Responsible for completing assigned duties in a timely and efficient manner and maintaining nursing care standards through consistent enforcement of facility policies and procedures.

EDUCATION, CREDENTIALS, AND TRAINING REQUIRED

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (LPN). Valid NCS LPN license. Maintains current BCLS certification Previous medical office experience preferred with demonstrated competency in the performance of duties specific to infant, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients. Strong computer skills. Knowledge of basic nursing principles and protocols. Knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety, and patient confidentiality. Maintain strictest confidentiality and discretion. Knowledge of medical chart reporting/records. Essential Functions Perform initial triage/ assessment and prepare patient for examination by performing reviewing history, collecting current information and checking vital signs. Ability to use interpersonal skills to establish/maintain cooperative relationships with patients, families, members, physicians/providers, managers, co-workers, and external customers. Model office core values of caring, commitment, integrity, and teamwork to internal and external customers (i.e., patient, family, Provider). Obtains lab specimens, give injections, and performs routine medical tests following established procedures Provide patient education Set up room and equipment for procedures, operates and maintains equipment; sterilizing equipment and cleans area as needed. Documents nursing observations, assessments, medications, treatments and other care given Triage patients via incoming calls in a professional manner. Checking and responding to patient, pharmacy, and physician messages in a timely fashion. Experience obtaining prior authorizations on medications and procedures Experience performing EKG, PFT, and X-rays Sorting and distributing faxes Delegating tasks to medical assistants. Maintains inventory of supplies, medications, and pharmaceuticals, and places special orders Maintain strictest confidentiality and discretion. Knowledge of medical chart reporting/records. Supervise medical assistants and aid with various duties and projects. Marginal Functions Participates in quality assurance programs, attends safety and staff meetings and in-services. Arranges for or conducts in-service education for staff on clinical issues. Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Environment:

Work in light temperature-controlled environment M-Th 8 am

• 5 pm or 9 am
• 6 pm, F 8 am
• 12 pm.

Job Type:

Full-time Experience:

LPN:

1 year (Preferred)

License:

LPN (Required) Benefits offered: Paid time off Health insurance Dental insurance Other types of insurance Retirement benefits or accounts

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

Medical Office LPN:

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

BLS Certification (Preferred) LPN (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person