LPN, LPN​/LVN, Healthcare Nursing

• Location 323 W WALNUT AVE,BASTROP, LA, ,United States
• Base Pay $25.00 - $31.25 / Hour
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides professional nursing care within the Physicians Clinic, has initiative, flexibility and responsibility
within the scope of practice for a LPN under the supervision of a clinic Provider. The nurse should have
efficient communication with the clinic Provider and all ancillary hospital departments involved in the
care of clinic patients.

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• Prepares exam rooms for patient examinations. If applicable, prepares patient and examination
  room for in-office procedures.
• Greets patients and prepares them for physical examination; screens for pertinent symptoms,
  demonstrates efficiency in thoroughly triaging patients in a timely manner. This includes
  pediatric, geriatric and general patient population. Capable of triaging up to 20 patients daily.
• Assists with preparation of equipment and/or aids Provider during treatment, examination and
  testing of patients. Operates equipment in a safe and correct way. Assists all staff with nursing
  procedures in the clinic under the direction of the Provider
• Handles the Providers medications refills and Prior Authorizations on a daily basis.
• Reviews, organizes and tracks lab and radiology reports for Provider on a daily basis.
• Responsible for clinic vaccines; ordering, counting, checking dates and keeping logs.
• Responsible for monitoring temperature range on refrigerators for medicines and lab
  specimens.
• Attends all clinic staff meetings and mandatory educational meetings regarding the clinic.
• Efficient use of the e-mds electronic health record and all its functions with computerized
  charting.
• When required, meets with drug representatives and orders samples; discards out-of-date
  samples.
• Assists in maintaining a safe environment for patients, family, visitors, and co workers.
• Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function well under stressful situations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the
  patient and patient’s clinical condition.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments based on Providers orders.
• Cleans examination rooms and all equipment following clinic protocol after completion of all
  surgical procedures.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to Providers and co-workers. Is a team player and
  assists other clinic employees when able to.
• Assists in cost containment through the appropriate ordering and conserving of supplies and
  equipment under the direction of the Clinic Manager.
• Assists in cost containment through the appropriate ordering and conserving of supplies and
  equipment under the direction of the Clinic Manager.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs,
  current literature, in-service meetings and workshops; shows responsibility for own professional
  practice and ongoing education.
• Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Reports to work on time and as scheduled.
  Wears identification while on duty. Completes annual educational requirements. Completes
  work within designated time.
• Keeps absences at a minimum; calls in as per policy and procedure when absence is necessary.
• Maintains confidentiality of all information regarding employees, patients, medical staff, etc.
• Assists in the maintenance of a neat, clean and safe clinic.
• Reports all incidents/accidents, no matter how minor, to the Provider and Clinic Manager as
  soon as possible.
• Reports all unsafe/hazardous conditions, defective equipment, etc., to the Provider and Clinic
  Manager immediately.
• Practices proper body mechanics.
• Consistently uses universal precautions according to OSHA guidelines.

• Must possess a current and valid Louisiana LPN license.
• Must possess current CPR certification.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, patients, visitors, government
  agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals,
  objectives, policies and procedures, etc. that are necessary for the clinic.
• Must have patience, tact, enthusiasm and a cheerful disposition, as well as be willing to handle persons
  based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.
• Must…