Physician Practice - LPN or RN - Full Time - Family Doctors Clinic

NORTH ARKANSAS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER•Harrison, AR

121d•Onsite

About The Position

Physician Practice – RN or LPN Location: Harrison, Arkansas Employment Type: Full-Time Schedule: Weekday Clinic Hours Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients while working alongside providers and a collaborative clinical team at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC). Whether you are a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), this role gives you the opportunity to provide compassionate, hands-on care while supporting efficient, high-quality clinic operations. About Us North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC) is an innovative, nonprofit healthcare system anchored by a central hospital in Harrison, Arkansas, with 13 clinics serving the rural communities of North Arkansas. Our continuum of care includes Home Health and Hospice, including our inpatient Hospice House. More than 750 team members provide a comprehensive range of healthcare services close to home. Guided by our values of safety, quality, integrity, and community, our mission is to provide comprehensive healthcare across North Arkansas. Our vision is to be the region's most trusted and preferred healthcare provider—one patient, one family, one neighbor at a time. Job Summary The Clinic Nurse provides compassionate, patient-centered nursing care in a physician clinic setting while supporting providers, patients, and the clinical team. Responsibilities may include patient triage, rooming, obtaining vital signs and medical histories, medication administration, injections and immunizations, wound care, assisting with procedures and diagnostic testing, patient education, referrals, medication management, and follow-up. The level of nursing responsibility will correspond with the employee's RN or LPN licensure, training, competency, and applicable Arkansas scope of practice. RNs may also coordinate nursing care, perform clinical triage, support care planning, assist with population health initiatives, and provide clinical guidance and skills validation for other staff.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing program.
Current, unrestricted Arkansas Registered Nurse (RN) license or multi-state RN Licensure
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
At least 1 year of nursing experience.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, providers, and healthcare team members.
Ability to provide safe, compassionate, patient-centered care.
Graduate of an approved Practical Nursing (PN/LPN) program.
Current, unrestricted Arkansas Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license or multi-state PN
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

Previous physician clinic or ambulatory care experience.
Experience with patient triage and clinical assessment.
Experience with electronic health records.
Experience performing EKGs or pulmonary function testing/spirometry.
Experience with medication refills, pharmacy communication, referrals, and prior authorizations.
Experience with wound care and staple/suture removal.
Familiarity with population health or care coordination.
Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Room patients and prepare them for provider visits, examinations, and procedures.
Obtain and document patient histories, vital signs, medications, and other pertinent clinical information.
Perform clinical triage and appropriately communicate patient needs to providers and other members of the care team within scope of practice.
Administer medications, injections, and immunizations according to provider orders, organizational policies, and scope of practice.
Assist providers with examinations, minor procedures, and other clinical interventions.
Perform and/or assist with electrocardiograms (EKGs) and other diagnostic testing according to policy and competency.
Assist with spirometry and pulmonary function testing (PFT) when trained and authorized.
Provide wound care and perform staple or suture removal according to provider orders and demonstrated competency.
Coordinate patient referrals, pharmacy communications, medication refills, and prior authorizations.
Communicate test results, follow-up instructions, and other clinical information to patients as directed.
Provide patient education regarding medications, treatments, procedures, and follow-up care.
Conduct post-visit and follow-up calls to support continuity of care.
Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
Monitor and maintain clean, organized, adequately stocked examination and treatment rooms.
Follow infection prevention, patient safety, medication administration, and clinical documentation standards.
Collaborate effectively with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, medical assistants, and other members of the healthcare team.
Support efficient patient flow and timely delivery of care.
Participate in clinic quality improvement initiatives and population health activities as applicable.
RNs may provide clinical leadership, assist with staff skills validation, coordinate nursing workflows, and support care planning within the clinic.
Maintain professional, compassionate, and respectful relationships with patients, families, providers, and coworkers.

Benefits

Multiple health plan options (PPO and HDHP) with coverage through NARMC Domestic Network and Cigna Health Plan.
Dental and vision coverage through Delta Dental and Delta Vision of Arkansas.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) available.
Basic life insurance ($40,000) and AD&D provided at no cost; voluntary life options available.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage offered.
Accident and critical illness insurance through Lincoln Financial.
401(k) retirement plan with up to 3.5% company match, vested over 5 years.
Paid Leave Bank (PLB) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) with accrual based on service years.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and First Stop Health 24/7 counseling services.
AirMed/Mercy Life Flight membership for eligible staff and families.
On-site wellness center and discounted membership at Planet Fitness.
Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education.
Employee referral bonuses and internal promotion opportunities.
Pet insurance and identity theft protection available.
Discounts on prescriptions, cafeteria meals, gift shop items, and local thrift store purchases.