LPN - Orthopedic Specialists

Riverside Hospital•Onancock, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The LPN performs duties under the direction or supervision of a licensed medical practitioner or registered nurse in a medical practice setting. The role conducts focused patient assessments, including obtaining vital signs and gathering data; implements established plans of care; and evaluates treatment effectiveness. The LPN may float to other practices within the region to provide operational support as needed. The position maintains accurate, timely clinical documentation and patient records; supports quality assurance and lab proficiency; helps providers address care gaps; prepares patients and exam rooms; administers medications and vaccines under physician supervision; and supports prescription processing, patient education, follow-up, referrals, testing, and appointment scheduling. It also maintains supplies and equipment and follows applicable healthcare, privacy, and safety standards.

Requirements

Graduate of a Licensed Practical Nurse education program.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license from the Virginia Department of Health Professions, required upon hire.
CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute, required upon hire.

Nice To Haves

One year of nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete required clinical documentation accurately, legibly, and on the same day according to Riverside Medical Group standards.
Maintain quality-assurance documentation, including point-of-care testing, medication logs, and annual wellness visits.
Work with providers to routinely address patient care gaps.
Perform lab functions and lab proficiency testing.
Update, verify, and maintain patient records by interviewing patients and confirming the purpose of their visits.
Prepare patients for examinations and obtain vital signs, including manual vital signs when mechanical devices are unavailable.
Prepare and sanitize examination rooms before and after appointments.
Administer medications and vaccines under physician supervision.
Assist with prescription refill requests for approval and forward them to pharmacies.
Maintain medical supply inventory and keep examination rooms stocked.
Keep necessary equipment in operating order and facilitate preventive maintenance when needed.
Comply with healthcare regulations and standards related to scope of practice, HIPAA, and OSHA.
Complete required competencies and education to maintain skills for safe patient care.
Provide patient education, including education about prescribed medications and the importance of registration and medical history forms.
Follow up promptly regarding lab calls, patient calls, prescription fills and refills, referrals, and appointment scheduling.
Answer calls from patients, pharmacies, physicians, vendors, and others by close of business.
Communicate lab and pathology results and schedule additional tests as ordered by providers.
Perform pre-authorization for prescription drugs, procedures, and patient tests to support proper insurance reimbursement.
Build collaborative relationships with a multidisciplinary team to support patient care.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings as assigned.
Float to other practices within the region to provide operational support as needed.