Triage Nurse (LPN)

Women's Care•Clearwater, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The OBGYN Triage Nurse (LPN) provides professional clinical care for patients according to established standards and practices, including extensive telephone triage for OB/GYN patients and notifying patients of test results. The nurse performs fetal non-stress tests and supports providers during examinations, treatments, procedures, and testing. The role also includes documenting patient histories and vital signs, carrying out clinical tasks as directed by providers, educating patients, maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, and contributing to team and professional development activities. The position is based at the Jeffords Street office in Clearwater, Florida.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
Ability to obtain and maintain BLS/CPR certification.
Strong bedside manner and written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in a stressful, deadline-driven environment.
Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with coworkers, providers, and patients.
Ability to use a computer and enter data in an electronic medical record system.
Dependable, reliable, and punctual.

Nice To Haves

Experience with the eCW electronic medical record system is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform extensive telephone triage of OB/GYN patients and call patients with test results.
Perform fetal non-stress tests (NST).
Prepare patients for examinations and assist physicians with treatment, procedures, examinations, and testing.
Record patients’ medical histories, health maintenance information, and chief complaints.
Measure, record, and document vital signs.
Where applicable, perform phlebotomy, injections, and other specimen collection according to established policies and procedures and provider direction.
Prepare and administer medications as directed by a provider.
Authorize drug refills as directed.
Educate patients by providing information and instructions as directed by the provider and answering questions.
Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
Sterilize medical instruments according to established standards and procedures.
Represent the office professionally and treat internal and external customers courteously and cooperatively.
Participate in team activities and professional development activities.
Demonstrate the Women’s Care mission and core values.
Comply with HIPAA rules, regulations, and guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.