LPN (Primary & Specialty Care Practice) - FT - Day - Capital Health Medical Group NJ/PA

Capital Health (US)•Hopewell, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Capital Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a full-time, day shift position within its Capital Health Medical Group, which serves patients in NJ/PA. This role involves providing direct patient care in both primary and specialty care settings, performing various clinical and administrative functions, and ensuring accurate documentation. The position is part of a dynamic healthcare system committed to quality patient care and attracting top talent through competitive compensation and benefits.

Requirements

Graduate of a state accredited licensed practical nursing program.
NJ or PA license based on primary state office location required.
Must attain second out of state LPN license (NJ or PA) within three months from date of hire.
No previous experience required.
AHA BLS

Responsibilities

Completes well visit and illness intake information.
Provides direct care to patients.
Performs quality assurance functions in the medical office setting.
Documents accurately reason for visit and includes chief complaint.
Completes ambulatory care summary by third visit and reviews at each subsequent visit.
Performs and documents vital signs.
Completes medication list according to established procedures.
Obtains and records accurately patient history.
Provides information to patients regarding prep, condition or medications under the direction of the LIP.
Administers medications, immunizations, and other injections as ordered by LIP and provides accurate documentation.
Performs echocardiograms, spirometry tests, audiometric tests, and applicable POCT as ordered by LIP.
Obtains and tests urine specimens according to established protocol.
Performs venipuncture to obtain blood samples using universal precautions and established protocol.
Triages patient phone calls and directs appropriately according to office procedure.
Reviews laboratory and other test results daily and prioritizes them for LIP according to established policy.
Completes competency assessments as required by CHS and regulatory agencies.
Maintains laboratory, x-ray, and other test logs to monitor continuity of care.
Documents quality control for point of care testing as assigned.
Obtains and documents refrigerator temperatures for medications and specimens and takes appropriate action for out of range results.
Demonstrates willingness to assist co-workers during periods of heightened patient activity.
Prepares examination rooms for patients.
Maintains clinical area and supplies.
Assists physician in performing procedures.
Establishes and maintains a safe and sterile environment that provides for the health, safety and security of patients.
Identifies and labels patient information and records to ensure a high degree of accuracies.
Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.
Prepares, operates and maintains equipment in accordance with established policies, procedures and practices for sterilization, safety and proper operational condition.
Works with team members to achieve maximum productivity.
Seeks out appropriate resources to increase practice knowledge.
Performs necessary clerical and administrative functions such as scheduling, filing, ordering supplies and other activities to ensure proper functioning of department.
Performs other duties as assigned and may be assigned to other Capital Health Medical Group Practices as needed.