Licensed Practical Nurse

Cardiology and Medicine Enterprises•Little Rock, AR

16d

About The Position

We are looking for an energetic Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) that can be a team player in a busy Cardiology Clinic. The LPN provides clinical and administrative expertise to ensure all patients receive high quality, efficient care. Must interview patients, obtain medical history, complete lab and x-ray request, keep charts current, and screen calls within physician guidelines. Applicant should possess a caring and professional attitude, have excellent computer skills, and be able to multi-task. Experience with Holters, EKG’s and Stress Test preferred. Cardiology and Medicine Enterprises This Cardiology Enterprise is dedicated to providing advanced comprehensive treatment options in order to improve their patient's conditions. With quality care and patient focused service, over the past 30 years, we have continued to deliver dedicated personalized care to the people of Arkansas. Our team of professional healthcare members are prepared to address the needs that arise with those faced with heart problems and strive to educate and assure appropriate diagnostic support is rendered.

Requirements

A degree from an accredited school of practical nursing is required.
Must be certified in the state of Arkansas and possess a current Arkansas License.
Must have at least one (1) year of clinical experience, along with Lab, EKG, and X-ray experience.
Applicant should possess a caring and professional attitude, have excellent computer skills, and be able to multi-task.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Holters, EKG’s and Stress Test preferred.
Bi-lingual in Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

Record health history of patient and note abnormal conditions for physician.
Instruct patients on collection of any necessary samples and tests.
Obtain vital signs and escort patients to rooms.
Observe, record, and report patient’s condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians.
Ensure that patient chart entries are made accurately and in a timely manner and forward charts as appropriate.
Maintain patient files, records, and other information.
Assist with scheduling of tests and treatments.
Arrange referrals to a specialist and obtain pre-authorizations when directed to by the provider.
Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments.
Give injections and assist with lab testing and Phlebotomy.
Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments.
Notify patients of test results and follow-up appointments.
Instruct patient and family regarding medications, treatments, and follow-up instructions.
Contact pharmacy to order prescriptions and notify patients.
Control inventory and monitor the use of supplies.
Maintain up to date stock and monitor and maintain medical equipment.
Respond to and screen telephone calls for physician.
Triaging patients to ensure productive departmental flow.