Licensed Practical Nurse Endocrinology and Diabetes

Mount Nittany Health•State College, PA

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse assists in delivering quality healthcare by exercising sound nursing judgment in accordance with recognized healthcare techniques, procedures, established standards, and administrative policies. The LPN works as part of the healthcare team to engage patients, families, and caregivers in coordinating patient care. This role is for the Endocrinology and Diabetes service and offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus. The position provides general nursing care, administers prescribed medications and treatments under provider direction, prepares patients and rooms for examinations, performs and documents tests and procedures, and supports patient education and coordination of care. The LPN also responds to urgent situations, maintains accurate patient records, and participates in quality improvement activities. The work takes place in a fast-paced, stressful, high-traffic medical office. The employee may encounter communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations, bodily fluids, and other conditions common to a clinic. Irregular hours and travel to other offices may be required. Physical demands include a full range of body motion, handling and lifting patients, extended sitting, standing, or walking, and occasional lifting or carrying of items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
Pennsylvania Practical Nurse License.
Meet the American Heart Association’s standards for Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) and renew BLS every two years.
Knowledge of practical nursing principles and skills needed to provide quality patient care and treatment, including examinations, diagnostic and treatment procedures, medication effects, and patient education.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions, physician office procedures, and medical terminology.
Basic knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding guidelines.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively and to read, understand, and follow written and verbal provider instructions.
Ability to react calmly and effectively during emergency situations.
Ability to identify and analyze problems, prioritize, make confident and timely decisions, and recommend effective solutions.
Ability to administer medications and treatments and use equipment for examination and treatment procedures.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including handling and lifting patients and occasional lifting or carrying of items up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

One year of nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide general nursing care and administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards under provider direction.
Greet patients and prepare them for provider examination and treatment, including collecting histories, vital signs, height, and weight.
Screen patients, observe and report their conditions and reactions to drugs and treatments, and instruct them in collecting samples and tests.
Screen and prioritize patient telephone inquiries about medical care, prescription refills, insurance authorizations, and referrals, and document information in patient charts.
Prepare equipment and assist providers during patient treatment, examinations, and testing.
Perform and document tests and procedures as directed by the provider.
Document patient information, test and examination results, and care provided in paper or electronic health records, including timely and accurate medical-record documentation.
Evaluate and respond appropriately to urgent emergency situations.
Participate in quality improvement activities and processes.
Instruct patients on self-care and interpret provider instructions.
Contact patients with test results and care instructions according to provider instructions.
Review laboratory results and other patient information.
Prepare and stock examination rooms; disinfect and sterilize instruments and equipment.
Use the Electronic Health Record to document and bill for services rendered.
Coordinate patient referrals, appointments, testing, and admissions to other facilities.
Call pharmacies with patient prescriptions according to provider instructions and protocol.
Perform other duties as required.