LPN, LPN​/LVN, RN Nurse

Overview

Under the general direction of the Executive Director of the Physician Practices, the CMA/LPN will provide direct and indirect patient care in an office setting in accordance with clinical guidance. The role supports a variety of clinical areas to meet fluctuating staffing needs during periods of increased workload and to balance long-term absences (e.g., illness, holidays, maternity leave), reducing overtime for regularly scheduled staff.

Based on volume changes, the incumbent may start in one practice and then be transferred to a different practice to meet operational requirements. The incumbent will communicate with medical staff, other departments, and outside agencies while maintaining confidentiality in accordance with TJC, federal, state, and local guidelines, organizational and departmental policies and procedures. This position requires self-motivation, creativity, and the ability to function in a semi-autonomous role within a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE

• Conduct patients to the exam room, prepare the room and patient for examination.
• Take vital signs and record vitals in the chart.
• Assist the Provider with the care and treatment of patients.
• Obtain specimens via phlebotomy and urine specimens by policy/procedure.
• Administer medications according to established policies and procedures as directed by the Physician or mid-level practitioner.
• Store, handle, and transfer vaccines in accordance with facility policy/procedure and by state, federal, and governing regulations.
• Administer treatments according to established policies and procedures, labs, etc., as directed by a Physician or mid-level practitioner.
• Participate in patient education involving the patient’s family when appropriate.
• Complete the nursing portion of patient charts in an organized, neat, complete, and accurate manner.
• Identify physical symptoms and changes and report to the Physician.
• Observe and respond to behavioral and physiological changes due to medications.
• Perform pre-certifications for services requiring authorizations.
• Prepare patients for ordered procedures (lab, X-ray, surgery, treatment, etc.) and complete forms or ordered procedures.
• Administer IV fluids according to center policy.
• Return calls to patients.
• Call in prescriptions for patients as required.
• Review home care with patients.
• Communicate with other agencies, physicians, facilities, and pharmacies when appropriate and as directed by the physician.
• Ensure adherence to proper infection control, OSHA, and safety standards.
• Provide at least four shifts (8 am to 5 pm) coverages per calendar month.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Minimum Level of

Education:

Education level equivalent to high school completion and completion of Licensed Practical Nurse training or Registered Nurse.

Formal Training: Management skills with experience in planning, organizing, implementing, facilitating, interviewing, counseling, and verbal and written communications.

Licensure, Certification, Registration: Must have and maintain an unencumbered current Georgia Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse license, or Medical Assistant Certification, and Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.

Work Experience: Six months to one year related experience and/or training.