Bilingual Licensed Practical Nurse - Pediatrics/Family Practice

Best Care•Omaha, NE

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Nebraska Methodist Health System is seeking a Bilingual Licensed Practical Nurse for their Pediatrics/Family Practice clinic. This role focuses on providing exceptional care within a culture called 'The Meaning of Care'. The system offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a supportive work environment. The LPN will assist physicians by reviewing records, preparing patients and exam rooms, and handling prescription renewals and inquiries. The position is located at Methodist Physicians Clinic - South in Omaha, NE, with a work schedule of Monday through Friday, between 8 am and 5 pm. A sign-on bonus of $2500.00 is offered.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
Ability to pass a language proficiency exam required within 3 months of hire required.
Phlebotomy experience required (Floor only).
Current valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License, valid compact multistate license or temporary permit while awaiting licensure required.
Proficiency in one or more of the essential language(s) required
Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures.
Knowledge of medicine including recognizing and diagnosed diseases, deformities, and other illnesses.
Skill to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks.
Skill to proficiently type information into the computer to capture or detail information quickly.
Ability to provide caring patient care services when talking with patients and their family members.
Ability to critically listen to questions from patients and information from providers to convey information effectively.
Ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve problems before they occur and avoid bigger problems in the future.
Ability to problem solve during several daily activities which includes the ability to be flexible.
Ability to learn and proficiently navigate through computer programs that contain patient information.
Strong verbal communication skills for positive interaction with providers, staff and patients.
Able to follow written and verbal instructions/directions.

Nice To Haves

Previous Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/medical experience preferred.
Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

Registers patients for appointments by collecting and verifying patient demographics, insurance information, and other essential information to ensure accurate information is maintained for each patient.
Greets, directs, and assists patients with questions to facilitate patient care in prompt and polite manner.
Answers telephone to schedule appointments, take messages, direct calls to appropriate personnel, and handle other patient matters to ensure excellent customer service is provided within a timely manner and according to policies and procedures.
Prepares records for office visits by reviewing EMR (Electronic Medical Record)/chart contents to accelerate patient care.
Handles insurance inquiries by answering questions, assisting with referrals, and completing appropriate paperwork to ensure exam charges are submitted to insurance within a timely manner.
Processes and distributes written communication and documents (forms, letters, mail) accurately.
Provides appropriate care specific to the age of the patient to ensure understanding and comfort level of treatment as outlined in the “Population Specific Criteria.”
Translates medical related information, issues, and concerns between the medical staff and the patient.