LPN Outpatient, Family & Internal Medicine - Martinsville

Carilion Clinic • Martinsville, VA

137d

About The Position

Our Licensed Practical Nurses provide practical nursing support in the delivery of quality care for the patient in a physician practice or clinic setting as directed by the physician or mid-level practitioner. LPN job duties include, but may not be limited to the following: Completes patient assessment to include height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint, current medications, etc. Prepares patient for provider evaluation, including obtaining specimens, positioning for exams, listing medications, assisting during exams and diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Administers medications and injections as directed by the provider. Maintains work area, exam, treatment and x-ray rooms and lab in a clean, safe manner; restock with supplies and instruments; sterilize reusable equipment as needed. Documents patient information in the electronic medical record. Provides patient teaching as indicated and directed by the provider, including lab results, diet instructions, medication instructions, appropriate follow-up, and reinforcing provider instructions as needed. Assists with referral authorizations for specialists and pre-authorizations for testing and ancillary services. Assists with lab procedures.

Requirements

• Graduate of accredited school of practical nursing required, or new graduate of approved program eligible to sit for the Virginia licensure exam.
• One (1) year experience in a physician office preferred.
• Current licensure as a Practical Nurse in the State of Virginia (LPN) required.
• Licensure as a Radiologic Technician Limited if performing radiology.
• Current AHA BLS-HCP certification required.

Nice To Haves

• Customer driven.
• Demonstrates a positive demeanor, good verbal and written communication skills, and a professional appearance and approach.
• Ability to problem-solve and communicate with a wide variety of people in an effective manner.
• Exhibit skills to utilize automated computer systems, including electronic medical records.
• Keyboarding skills required for automated computer systems, including electronic medical records.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Completes patient assessment to include height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint, current medications, etc.
• Prepares patient for provider evaluation, including obtaining specimens, positioning for exams, listing medications, assisting during exams and diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Administers medications and injections as directed by the provider.
• Maintains work area, exam, treatment and x-ray rooms and lab in a clean, safe manner; restock with supplies and instruments; sterilize reusable equipment as needed.
• Documents patient information in the electronic medical record.
• Provides patient teaching as indicated and directed by the provider, including lab results, diet instructions, medication instructions, appropriate follow-up, and reinforcing provider instructions as needed.
• Assists with referral authorizations for specialists and pre-authorizations for testing and ancillary services.
• Assists with lab procedures.

What This Job Offers

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