Licensed Practical Nurse

Palms Medical Group•Hildreth, FL

10h

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a multi-skilled health professional who works with other healthcare professionals to provide quality care to Palms Medical Group (PMG) patients. The role provides medical services within the LPN’s scope of practice and in accordance with PMG policies, procedures, and protocols. It includes maintaining electronic health records, reinforcing patient education, triaging nurse visits, responding to patient and vendor calls, and participating in training and educational activities. The LPN also manages clinical inventory, restocks examination rooms and supplies, maintains orderly work areas, and follows Vaccines for Children processes. After-hours duties include communicating with patients, documenting calls in the EHR by the next business day, notifying the appropriate provider, and using a personal cell phone while on call. Administrative work includes following the Clinical Policy Manual, participating in quality-related activities and meetings, assisting with data collection, and completing other duties assigned to improve PMG’s efficiency. PMG is a not-for-profit Federally Qualified Health Center serving underserved populations with affordable primary and preventive care. Its services include family medicine, pediatrics, dental, behavioral health, and prenatal care. The organization emphasizes accessible, patient-centered care and community service.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduation from an accredited LPN program.
Current LPN license in the State of Florida.
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
Organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Competence working with pediatric and adult patients.
Ability to navigate and operate Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to meet continuing education requirements for certifications and licensure.
Ability to communicate complex or technical information effectively to coworkers, patients, and vendors.
Ability to perform the stated physical demands, including lifting up to 50 pounds and standing, sitting, viewing a computer monitor, bending, reaching, and walking short distances.
Ability to communicate with people of varying ages, educational levels, and cultural backgrounds in person or by telephone.
Ability to work in an environment with potential exposure to infectious illness, chemicals, antibiotics during reconstitution, X-ray radiation, varied scents and odors, and potentially violent or irate patients.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of LPN experience in a primary care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide medical services to PMG patients within scope of practice and in accordance with PMG policies, procedures, and protocols.
Maintain current documentation of services in the Electronic Health Record.
Provide counseling within scope of practice, reinforce patient education, and distribute educational materials as directed by providers.
Triage nurse visits and return calls from patients and vendors while maintaining appropriate communication.
Participate in training programs and educational sessions as directed by the Clinical Nurse Educator.
Follow inventory procedures and submit order requests to the VP of Business Continuity & Client Relations and designated Clinical Care Coordinator.
Restock examination rooms, laboratory supplies, and clinical supplies as needed.
Maintain orderly and professional work areas and follow Vaccines for Children processes.
During after-hours duties, communicate professionally with patients, document and update the EHR by the next business day, and task and inform the appropriate provider.
Use a personal cell phone during on-call duties and inform the supervisor when scheduled on-call duties begin and end.
Read and follow the Clinical Policy Manual.
Participate in QA, QI, and other meetings or activities as directed by the VP of Practice Management.
Assist the VP of Practice Management with data collection as necessary.
Perform other duties assigned by the Clinical Care Coordinator, VP of Practice Management, or CEO to improve PMG’s efficiency.
Work independently and as part of a team, demonstrate competence with pediatric and adult patients, and assist with coworker training and mentoring.
Travel to and provide coverage at other PMG clinics during nursing staff absences when expected.
Use clinical equipment competently and complete job competencies and skill checkoffs as part of the annual evaluation.
Meet continuing education requirements for certifications and licensure under applicable Florida statutes or licensing-board requirements.
Communicate complex or technical information effectively to coworkers, patients, and vendors.
Follow universal precautions and applicable safety guidelines and laws.