BH Queue LPN

Southeast Healthcare•Columbus, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Clinic Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) coordinates and provides nursing care to patients in an outpatient medical setting. The role includes administering injections, distributing medications in accordance with applicable orders and protocols, monitoring patient health, providing patient education, coordinating referrals and community resources, and supporting medication management and clinical operations. The LPN collaborates with medical providers, behavioral health staff, and other care team members to promote quality patient care and continuity of services. The position is located at 101-Long Street in Columbus, Ohio. Southeast Healthcare is a non-smoking employer. Staff members are required to be vaccinated for the flu; medical and religious exemptions may be requested during the hiring process. The employer is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Requirements

Current, valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Ohio, in good standing.
Strong communication, organization, documentation, and patient service skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary clinical teams.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow established clinical procedures and protocols.
Required to receive a flu vaccination; medical and religious exemptions may be requested during the hiring process.

Responsibilities

Administer injections and distribute medications in accordance with provider orders and established protocols.
Complete clinical documentation and maintain accurate patient records.
Monitor and document vital signs, patient measurements, and screenings; perform finger-stick tests, waived testing, and other in-office services as directed.
Provide patient education and coordinate care with medical providers, behavioral health staff, community agencies, and other resources.
Schedule appointments, manage referrals, provide follow-up reminders, and respond to patient calls and nursing line inquiries.
Assist patients with laboratory services and coordinate follow-up as needed.
Process prior authorizations, clinical faxes, and other patient care-related requests.
Maintain medication inventory, perform quality control, and ensure proper medication storage and destruction in accordance with established policies.
Meet established patient contact hour goals and comply with documentation, confidentiality, and clinical requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.