Licensed Practical Nurse

American Oncology Network•Hot Springs, AR

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse assists physicians and registered nurses in patient care at New Way Neurology and may be expected to work at any AON location to support business needs. The role includes patient assessment, administering medications and injections, assisting with laboratory work, port access procedures, telephone triage, patient and family education, and accurate clinical and billing documentation. The LPN must safely mix and administer chemotherapeutic agents as ordered by AON physicians, under the direct supervision of a registered professional nurse and at the discretion of the head nurse, following ONS standards and guidelines. The position also involves safe handling and disposal of biohazardous waste, medication inventory and dispensing tasks, staff training assistance, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies. The hiring range is $20.50–$30.87.

Requirements

Appropriate state license as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Current CPR and BLS certification.
Fluency in English and excellent oral and written communication skills.
Valid driver’s license in the state of residence to travel to clinics.
If required in the state where the employee works, an approved 30-hour IV certification course is mandatory, or the course must be successfully completed within 90 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in IV therapy in a clinic or hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist physicians and registered nurses in the care of patients.
Safely mix and administer chemotherapeutic agents as ordered by AON physicians, under the direct supervision of a registered professional nurse and at the discretion of the head nurse, following ONS standards and guidelines.
Dispose of biohazardous waste safely in accordance with OSHA and HRS guidelines.
Assist in obtaining laboratory samples and may perform technical laboratory procedures accurately and promptly in accordance with accrediting and regulatory standards.
Handle and process specimens according to laboratory procedures, and send outside laboratory work to the appropriate facility based on the patient’s insurance plan.
May maintain test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records, and checklists as required by regulatory agencies.
Perform port access procedures appropriately.
Assess patients and administer shots after completing a symptom assessment.
Document treatment thoroughly and accurately in OncoEMR.
Prepare accurate superbills and ensure appropriate charges are captured for services and medication administration.
Follow the AON I.D. policy and procedure at every patient encounter.
Educate patients and families, when appropriate, about medications, side effects, and planned treatment courses.
Interact with patients and families in a caring and professional manner.
Prioritize incoming calls and messages from patients, family members, hospitals, nursing facilities, pharmacies, and physician offices from emergent to non-urgent, and respond within an appropriate time frame.
Assist with inventory and restocking medical supplies, recommend new items as needed, and place stock in storage areas promptly.
Use Nucleus to dispense medications, perform cycle counts, restock medications within the appropriate time frame, and enter appropriate patient charges.
Attend annual Safety/OSHA training and mandatory staff meetings as necessary.
Maintain the confidentiality of patient and employee information.
Assist in training new employees on related job duties.
Work at any AON location as needed to meet business needs.
Comply with federal and state laws and regulations concerning patient privacy and rights, personnel, safety, labor, and employment, and follow AON and departmental policies, including IT policies and the Disaster Recovery Plan.