LPN Gastroenterology Clinic St. Lukes South Shore

Advocate Aurora Health • Elgin, IL

293d • $23 - $35 • Remote

About The Position

The LPN position at the Gastroenterology Clinic at St. Luke's South Shore involves preparing and rooming patients for exams, monitoring vital signs, and documenting health information. The role includes performing laboratory procedures, assisting physicians with various medical procedures, administering medications, and ensuring smooth clinic operations through effective communication with healthcare team members. The LPN must demonstrate knowledge of patient care across different age groups and adhere to departmental policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license issued by the state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 45 days.
• Completion of an accredited or approved program in Practical Nursing.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills within the Medical Assistant scope of practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient computer skills including electronic medical records systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and rooms the patient for exam by obtaining vital signs and gathering/documenting/updating pertinent health information.
• Monitors and completes Clinical Integration/Quality Improvement measures with notification to clinician.
• Performs laboratory procedures using principles of aseptic technique and standard precautions.
• Assists the Physician/Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) with procedures such as pelvic exams and allergy testing.
• Administers routine medications under Physician/APC orders.
• Follows through with necessary procedure or test requests and communicates with patients.
• May perform basic and advanced clinical support tasks based on specialty and competencies.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Sign-on bonus of $2,500 for qualified external candidates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree