LPN

White-Wilson Medical Center,P.A.•Fort Walton Beach, FL

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs nursing functions for physician/extender. Supports the Objectives and Philosophy of White-Wilson Medical Center.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
Possession of a State LPN Nurse license.
Current CPR certification required.

Nice To Haves

One year of professional nursing experience in a clinic setting preferred.
IV Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs selected nursing care and administrative duties.
Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with clinical standards.
Prepares equipment and aids physician during treatment, examination, and testing of patients including patient screening, histories, and vital signs.
Observes, records and reports patient’s condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians. Dispenses medication as directed.
Oversees appointment bookings and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations. Assists in maintaining timely flow of patients.
Greets patients and prepares them for physician examination.
Screens patients for appropriate information.
Instructs a patient in collection of samples and tests.
Assists in scheduling tests, treatments, surgeries, or admissions.
Responds to and refers to incoming telephone calls.
Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
Formulates and updates patient care plans. Orders, prepares, and inspects patients’ charts. Posts tests and examination results.
Maintains exam rooms for necessary supplies and materials. Ensures cleanliness. Prepares list of medical supplies needed.
Screens and refers pharmaceutical representatives.
Maintains basic knowledge of medical coding and keeps abreast of annual changes and updates.
Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
Maintains strict confidentiality.
Consistently displays a positive attitude and a personal commitment to excellence.
May perform point of care testing and resulting.
May perform venipuncture, ensuring accurate and safe collection of blood samples.
Performs related duties as required.
Uses EMR to record all patient information to include: Phone messages, med refills, general questions, and form completion, etc. as generated in the EMR as a Patient Case.
Tracking Referrals in EMR through Referral Management.
Open chart from provider schedule to initiate patient visit.
Record vitals, history, medications, etc. as pertaining to patient visit.
Implement orders in the EMR plan for immunizations, lab, x-ray, and other procedures as needed.
Insure accurate coding and billing in the EHR superbill.
Ensure provider has met Meaningful Use initiatives as required to meet federal guidelines.
Performs patient outreach for value-based initiatives and patient optimization programs.
Utilize Florida Shots, Availity and other programs as needed for patient care.
Must read and respond to email daily, and in a timely manner.
Must attend all department meetings, and clinic required meetings.
Regular and reliable attendance is required.