Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant

PanCare of Florida, Inc • Bristol, FL

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About The Position

At PanCare of Florida, our mission is to bring quality healthcare to underserved communities. We believe that compassionate, dedicated healthcare professionals are essential to fulfilling this promise. Are you a dedicated and detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant looking to make a meaningful impact on patient care? PanCare of Florida is seeking a skilled and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of ensuring the safe and effective delivery of care, working closely with healthcare professionals and patients to optimize treatment outcomes. If you have a passion for patient safety, a keen eye for detail, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply and become a vital part of our mission to provide exceptional healthcare services.

Requirements

• Completion of a state-approved practical nursing program, typically lasting about one year, which includes both classroom instruction and clinical practice.
• Successful completion of the NCLEX-PN (National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses) to obtain LPN licensure in Florida.
• Practical experience gained during the LPN training program, which typically includes clinical rotations in various healthcare settings, such as hospitals, nursing homes, or clinics.
• Previous experience working in healthcare or a clinical setting is often preferred but not always required for entry-level positions. This can include internships, externships, or volunteer work.

Responsibilities

• Performs general nursing care to patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
• Perform routine diagnostic tests, medical treatments and procedures such as taking and recording temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure; changing sterile dressings, giving irrigations and enemas; EKGs, preparing patient and collecting specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Administering medication as directed by the physician.
• Performs collection, documentation and processing of blood, specimen and/or urine sample(s) as ordered by the medical provider and/or current standing orders.
• Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids the physician/nurse practitioner during treatment, examination, and testing of patients.
• Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatment to physicians/nurse practitioners.
• Maintains timely flow of patients.
• Greets patients and prepares them for examination by the physician or nurse practitioner. Screens patients for appropriate information. Instructs patients on sample collection and testing.
• Arranges for patients testing and information.
• Formulates and updates patient care plans. Orders, prepares, and inspects patients' charts. Posts tests and examination results.
• Responsible for preparation of exam rooms including re-stocking of treatment areas.
• Adheres to Clinical/Nursing Department policies and procedures.
• Complies with Infection Control and OSHA Regulations (handling and disposal of biomedical waste) for the center as per regulations.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
• Monitors emergency kit and oxygen tanks as required.
• Monitors and maintains supplies and medication closet.
• Assists in the maintenance of the clinic's budget and inventory by placing cost-effective orders of clinical supply and medication.
• Maintain Quality Controls by performing QC tests and maintaining QC records.
• Assist in the completion of referrals, diagnostics and other related tasks in a timely manner.
• Maintains tracking, documentation and assistance in the completion of Uniform Data System (UDS), Healthcare Effectiveness Data and information set (HEDIS), and Care Gap Measures.
• Clinical Documentation-Provide assistance to the medical provider by means of patient information entered and updated in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the MCM are to create a smoothly run efficient clinic.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Diversity and inclusion are key to our success

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees