LPN Clinic Lead - Primary Care Clinic
About The Position
As an LPN Clinic Lead Nurse, you’ll play a vital role supervising and mentoring LPNs and support staff, overseeing patient care and ensuring that the highest standards are met, collaborating with our medical team to provide efficient and effective care, maintaining a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and assisting with administrative duties to ensure the smooth operation of the clinic. If you’re ready to deepen your calling in a culture that fosters your well-being and growth opportunity, then you’re going to love it here. Your experiences, knowledge, skills, empathy, compassion, and your “little something extra” all add up to you. We love that about you. And we’re excited to get to know you and find out what you’ll bring to this lead clinic nurse role.
Requirements
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license through the Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners
- Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Minimum of 3 years of related experience
Responsibilities
- Triage patients to determine immediate medical needs and prioritize care appropriately.
- Perform pre-visit assessments and screenings prior to physician evaluation.
- Collaborate with physicians by communicating patient information and contributing to care planning before, during, and after visits.
- Accurately document patient information in the medical record, including: Allergies, Vital signs, Reason for visit, Current medications, Social and past medical history, Abuse screening, Fall risk assessment, Functional status, Advance directives.
- Verify physician orders and safely prepare, administer, and document medications and treatments, including charge entry as required.
- Ensure all lab and diagnostic reports are available in the patient’s medical record prior to visits.
- Communicate effectively with patients and physicians regarding: Test and lab results, Medications, Appointments.
- Coordinate with pharmacies to manage patient medications and complete prior authorizations in a timely manner.
- Respond promptly to patient messages and document all communications in the medical record.
- Clean, sanitize, and prepare exam rooms between patient visits.
- Assemble and organize supplies needed for procedures.
- Provide patient education, privacy, and instructions before and after procedures.
- Assist physicians during procedures by: Obtaining specimens, Completing required documentation, Delivering specimens to designated locations.
- Maintain adequate stock of medications and clinical supplies.
- Ensure medications are properly stored and organized, including: Labeling multi-dose vials with open date, expiration date, and initials.
- Verify proper storage and integrity of surgical instruments and packaging.
- Complete daily clinic logs and maintain organized records for compliance.
- Perform monthly checks of emergency equipment (e.g., emergency kits and oxygen), ensuring seals/locks are replaced after use or as required.
- Sort, review, and upload correspondence into patient medical records after physician sign-off.
- Report regulatory or compliance issues promptly to the Office Manager and submit documentation/tickets as required.
- Maintain adherence to clinic policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
- Assist with onboarding and orientation of newly hired nursing staff.
- Train new employees on clinic workflows, processes, and best practices.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
