LPN Johnston Peds

Trinity Health•Johnston, IA

About The Position

The LPN provides patient care in a pediatric clinic setting, including preparing patients, collecting vital signs, documenting care, and assisting with procedures, examinations, and diagnostic equipment such as tympanometry and spirometry. The role maintains aseptic technique and administers medications, treatments, and immunizations under provider direction. The position supports clinic operations and continuity of care by preparing patient charts, completing documentation, communicating test results and care plans, scheduling procedures and follow-ups, coordinating physician schedules, and ensuring insurance pre-certifications. The LPN also assists with outreach for overdue visits, labs, and referrals; educates patients and families; advocates for patients; supports new colleagues; and may provide cross-coverage in other clinic areas. The role follows applicable laws, organizational policies, ethical guidelines, and safety and quality requirements, and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Successful completion of a medical assistant program accredited by CAAHP or ABHES.
Obtain an accepted medical assistant certification within one year of hire: CMA (AAMA), RMA (AMT), NCMA, CMA (AMCA), CCMA (NHA), NRCMA (NAHP), or NPCE MA.
Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within three months of hire.
Complete Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to the population served within three months of hire.
Proficiency in basic computer skills, including Windows, web-based navigation, email, and MS Office.
Ability to work with diverse groups in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
Ability to read, write, and understand English and communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and colleagues.
Personal presence characterized by honesty, integrity, and caring, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients, collect vital signs, and document care.
Assist with procedures, examinations, and diagnostic equipment, including tympanometry and spirometry.
Maintain aseptic techniques during preparation, procedures, and medication administration.
Administer medications, treatments, and immunizations under provider direction.
Prepare and organize patient charts, file dictations, and complete required documentation.
Communicate test results and plans of care to patients.
Schedule procedures, labs, x-rays, and surgeries, and provide pre- and post-surgery information.
Assist with outreach for overdue visits, labs, and referrals.
Coordinate physician schedules and ensure insurance pre-certifications.
Schedule and manage patient follow-ups to support continuity of care.
Maintain patient confidentiality and follow organizational standards and ethical guidelines.
Educate patients and families based on assessed needs and discharge plans.
Promote evidence-based resources to support nursing practice and patient care.
Advocate for patients through courteous, professional communication and provide accurate, complete messages to appropriate personnel.
Assist in training, orienting, and supporting new colleagues; provide cross-coverage in other clinic areas as needed.
Document care plans, tests, and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.
Escalate non-routine issues, questions, and concerns to the practice manager or healthcare providers.
Complete required safety checklists and quality controls.
Follow applicable laws, regulations, organizational integrity requirements, standards of conduct, policies, and procedures.
Perform other duties as needed and assigned by the manager.