Licensed Practical Nurse - Internal Medicine - Part Time

Nebraska Methodist Hospital • Council Bluffs, IA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Nebraska Methodist Health System is dedicated to providing exceptional care to the communities it serves and its employees. This culture, known as 'The Meaning of Care,' emphasizes compassion, going above and beyond for patients, and making a real difference in the community. The system offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a supportive work environment. This specific role is located at Methodist Physicians Clinic in Council Bluffs, Iowa, and is a part-time position working 24 hours per week, Monday through Friday, between 8 am and 5 pm. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will support physicians by managing patient records, preparing patients and exam rooms, and handling prescription-related tasks.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
• Phlebotomy experience required (Floor only).
• Current valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License, valid compact multistate license or temporary permit while awaiting licensure 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.
• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force (Medium Work).

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

• Documents all lab, procedures, and appointments on tracking forms and follows up on missed appointments and procedures.
• Assists Health Coaches by working patient lists and scheduling appointments as directed.
• Provides patient and family education as directed by the provider, ensuring adequate knowledge and recommending appropriate community resources.
• Performs telephone triage to assess patient needs, recording and reporting patient condition to the provider, and advising patients based on provider instructions.
• Maintains work areas by cleaning and organizing equipment and rooms to ensure healthy environmental conditions.
• Handles prescription renewals and inquiries by discussing questions with the provider and relaying information to the pharmacy.
• Provides appropriate care specific to the age of the patient to ensure understanding and comfort level of treatment.
• Prepares exam rooms and equipment for patient treatment and examination by setting up instruments and stocking supplies.
• Prepares patients for provider exams by reviewing medical records, weighing patients, checking vital signs, performing medication reconciliation, and obtaining relevant patient care information.
• Assists providers during patient examinations by retrieving tests and medical records and obtaining lab work as directed.
• Dispenses medications to patients at the direction of a provider and instructs patients and family members on correct medication usage.
• Assists with and/or performs phlebotomy, including proper labeling and handling of specimens, accurate completion of requisitions, and collection of specimens according to standard procedures.
• Ensures accuracy of order entry and completes appropriate documentation without error.
• Answers phone calls according to protocol.
• Returns phone messages according to protocol.
• Provides test results according to protocol.
• Accurately completes pharmacy refill requests.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Excellent benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree