Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Triage -Physician Practice - Springfield Heart House

Mercy Health BSMH•Springfield, OH

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) delivers patient care under the direction of a physician and works as an integral member of the health care team. The role includes preparing and assessing patients for provider visits and observing, recording, and reporting patient responses to care during appointments. The LPN provides direct basic nursing care within the LPN scope of practice and supports providers and other team members in meeting patient and family needs. The posting also includes a Certified Medical Assistant job summary and qualifications. That role works closely with a primary care physician to provide patient care within the Medical Assisting scope and state guidelines. It reviews and updates health records, measures vital signs, prepares treatment rooms, and performs related clerical duties.

Requirements

Active state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure or LPN applicant.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to patients of all ages.
Ability to learn and use a computer-based patient appointment scheduling and registration system.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a team.
Strong interpersonal communication and organization skills.
For the Certified Medical Assistant role described in the posting: high school degree or GED.
For the Certified Medical Assistant role described in the posting: active Medical Assisting certification from an accepted certifying organization within 12 months of start date; if unable to obtain MA certification, Assessment-Based Recognition in Order Entry (ABR-OE) is acceptable, except in South Carolina.
For the Certified Medical Assistant role described in the posting: BLS Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association is required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire and required before independent patient care at BSMH.
For the Certified Medical Assistant role described in the posting: problem-solving and basic computer skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to engage with staff and patients professionally.

Nice To Haves

One year of clinical patient care experience is preferred but not required.
For the Certified Medical Assistant role described in the posting: one year of medical assistant healthcare experience is preferred but not required.
For the Certified Medical Assistant role described in the posting: two years of clerical experience in a physician’s office is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with physicians and other health care team members to meet patient and family needs.
Implement the plan of care by providing direct basic nursing care within the LPN scope of practice.
Label and package specimens as trained.
Assist with indirect care through clerical or administrative duties assigned by a registered nurse.
Act as a chaperone during patient examinations when requested.
Assist providers with procedures, treatments, and interventions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
For the Certified Medical Assistant role described in the posting: greet patients and community members respectfully and provide excellent customer service.
Prepare and review patient charts by verifying diagnostic test results, hospital reports, and other medical records are correct and current.
Measure vital signs, including pulse rate, respiration, blood pressure, weight, and height.
Perform departmental clerical duties, including checking inventory, stocking supplies, tracking referrals, and answering phones as needed.
Troubleshoot and resolve problems promptly.
Perform other duties as assigned.