LPN/LVN (Clinic) - Urology

Lifepoint Health•Beckley, WV

4h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for an LPN/LVN in a Urology Clinic at Raleigh General Hospital. As a member of the Health Support Center (HSC) team, you’ll support those who are interfacing and providing care to patients and community members to positively impact the mission of making communities healthier. Raleigh General is a 300-bed hospital located in Beckley, WV, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved practical nursing program
Current LPN/PN to practice in the Commonwealth of VA and be in good standing with the Board of health Professions
BCLS within 30 days of hire/transfer

Responsibilities

Knowledge of ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT codes, insurance benefits and healthcare backgrounds.
Under the direction of an RN, contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN.
Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care.
May administer medication.
Documents patient care given.
Assists RN with development of plan of care.
Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
Monitors, documents, and communicates patient's status and reactions to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and families.
Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.
Schedules appointments and procedures as ordered by the provider.
Obtains insurance re-authorizations as requested for testing and scheduled procedures.
Attends clinic meetings.
Maintains a clean and safe working environment.
Reports all incidents, hazards, drug interactions, and initiate appropriate action.
Completes safety instructional programs.
Assists other team members when time permits.