LPN Specialist: Patient Care & Triage Expert

Essential Functions

• Identifies and evaluates patient needs by telephone triage.
• Administers medication including injections; documents medication given or prescribed by ordering physician as required by specialty.
• Identifies patient and family education needs and provides instruction.
• Acquires additional credentials/licenses pertinent to the specialty.
• Adheres to nursing policy and procedures when documenting information in patient’s medical record.
• Facilitates the flow of patients to maintain the integrity of the physician’s office. Recognizes and responds to emergency situations as appropriate.

• Required
  
  Education and Experience:
  
  Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing. Must possess active Florida license as a Licensed Practical Nurse or
• Preferred
  
  Education and Experience:
  
  Experience or training in a medical health care facility as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Gyn‑Oncology experience preferred.

• Required
  
  Education and Experience:
  
  High school diploma or GED. Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or 1 year of Medical Assistant work experience within the last 2 years. Medical Assistant Certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment. Current BLS certification or to be completed within first 90 days of employment.