LPN/MA Physician Center - Tamarack Family Practice

LMHS Careers • Newark, OH

11d

About The Position

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician, the Physician Center LPN provides nursing care to individuals and groups, applying basic knowledge of the biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences. The role includes direct technical nursing care and support for patient assessment and care planning. The posting identifies the practice setting as Tamarack Family Practice.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Maintain current licensure in the State of Ohio.
• Function within the scope of practice for a licensed practical nurse as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.
• Maintain BCLS certification.
• Have basic analytical ability to perform assigned tasks and gather and interpret data in situations that are not difficult or complex.
• Demonstrate ability to provide care for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients under the supervision of a licensed Physician, nurse practitioner, and/or registered nurse.
• Demonstrate knowledge, skill, and ability in phlebotomy, EKG, vital signs, medication administration by oral, medication nebulizer, IM, and SQ routes for children and adults, ear lavage, monofilament, glucometer, occult blood, visual and auditory acuity, strep screen, urinalysis, urine pregnancy testing, and specimen collection and preparation as applicable to the practice setting.
• Demonstrate the ability to proficiently operate office machines, including office computer systems (IDX, EMR, Meditech), fax, telephone, and photocopier.

Responsibilities

• Assist Physicians, nurse practitioners, and registered nurses in assessing patients and contribute information to the planning and evaluation of quality patient care.
• Provide direct technical nursing care to patients.
• Administer medications ordered by a licensed provider after completing the 90-hour Pharmacology Course and passing the National Exam.
• Maintain clinical competency and nursing skills through continuing education.
• Inform the Physician, nurse practitioner, or registered nurse of patient symptoms, reactions, progress, and other information related to patient care.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Practice Universal Precautions.
• Participate in the ongoing quality improvement program and respond to results obtained from data collection.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed