LPN or CMA - Carroll Clinic

LPN Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare patient for examination by recording vitals, medical history, and chief complaint.
• Administer injections, medications, vaccines, and IVs as directed by providers and within the scope of licensure.
• Perform laboratory tests (including point-of-care phlebotomy, specimen collection, and diagnostic tests) as directed by providers and within the scope of licensure.
• Communicate test results, follow-up instructions, and address patient questions and concerns in a timely manner according to clinic policy.
• Respond to emergency medical situations in an urgent manner and provide on‑spot emergency assistance, which may include first aid and/or CPR.

• Assist providers with examinations and procedures.
• Prepare examination and procedure rooms with necessary sanitation procedures and supplies.
• Use clinical judgment to assess patients’ health status in person or via phone, and recommend clinic and/or ER visit as appropriate.
• Collaborate with team members and other providers to ensure all patient‑care and administrative duties are completed in a timely manner.
• Travel to other clinics to provide support as directed by clinic leadership.

• Answer patient phone calls and facilitate communication between patient and provider.
• Complete messages and tasks as assigned in the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.
• Schedule follow‑up appointments and procedures and submit referrals as directed by providers.
• Complete prior authorizations for procedures and medications as required.
• Assist with maintaining an inventory of supplies.

• Practice and behave in a professional, safe and ethical manner at all times.
• Serve as a patient advocate.
• Maintain friendly and courteous interpersonal communication skills and a positive service attitude.
• Participate in performance improvement and educational activities. Complete all CEU’s as required by respective licensure. If licensed, maintain an active and current license.
• Work willingly and accept assignments as given.
• Attend all mandatory meetings and programs.
• Participate in opportunities that enhance personal and professional growth.
• Perform other duties as necessary or assigned.
• Comply with the Corporate Compliance Policy and all laws, regulations, and Standards of Conduct relating to the position and report any suspected violations of law or Standards of Conduct.
• Comply with all applicable state and federal regulations and JCAHO standards.
• Maintain a safe work environment using safe work practices, utilizing standard precautions and complying with hazardous waste procedures at all times as described in the Safety Manual.
• Maintain the confidentiality of patient, resident, employee and organizational information.

This job has no supervisory responsibilities, however, it may assist physicians with special unit procedures and provide training, education, and guidance to assigned C.M.A.s and/or C.N.A.s. Duties are carried out in accordance with the department director, organization’s policies, and applicable laws.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• LPN with state license required; current license to practice nursing in the state.
• Experience in a clinical setting preferred.

• Basic Life Support certification.
• Current, valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Ability to create a caring, compassionate relationship with patients and families.
• Ability to collaborate with the healthcare team to use evidence‑based practice in providing care.
• Effective time‑management skills.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and business correspondence; and understand procedure manuals.

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