LPN/MA- Hot Springs Float Pool

EngageMED Inc • North Little Rock, AR

129d

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Medical Assistant (MA) functions as a vital member of the healthcare team under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician. This role contributes to the success of the practice by demonstrating customer/patient focus, effective communication, professionalism, and teamwork. The LPN utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate comprehensive care provided to selected patient populations and their families. The MA is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes the safety and wellbeing of all patients, performing preliminary physical tests and ensuring high-quality care.

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic nursing processes and understanding of health care technology, equipment, and supplies.
• Familiarity with state law on nursing care, nurse practice guidelines, and clinic policies and procedures.
• Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations.
• Maintain a positive, caring attitude towards patients.
• Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.
• Ability to perform EKGs, draw blood and administer injections.
• Demonstrated knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
• Through knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Good computer skills using a medical management application.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic nursing care to patients by following established standards and procedures.
• May perform specific nursing care as it relates to specialty of the practice.
• Collects patient data such as vital signs; notes how the patient looks and acts, or responds to stimuli, and reports this information accordingly.
• Prepares and administers injections, performs routine tests, treats wounds, and changes bandages.
• Prepares patient records and files using established medical record forms/automated systems and documentation practices.
• Administers certain prescribed medications, and monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response.
• Participates in the implementation and evaluation of patient care based on practice guidelines, standards of care, and federal/state laws and regulations.
• Conveys information to patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
• Participates in teams to improve patient care processes and outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
• Obtain and record vital signs including but not limited to, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problem.
• May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Administer ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection, topically, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration.
• May perform routine tests including but not limited to EKGs.
• Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing.
• Communicate with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by physician.
• Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to protocol.
• Document patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.
• Escalate non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider(s).
• Ensure safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.
• Provide for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees