Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN - Ambulatory - Urology

Department

02380 WFBMG University Group Practice:
Winston Salem Stratford Executive Pk Charlois - Urology

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Ambulatory – Urology

• Status:
  Full time
• Hours per week: 40
• Schedule:
  
  8:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Pay range: $24.10 – $36.15 per hour
• Benefits Eligible:
  Yes

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license issued by the state in which the member practices.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA), to be obtained within 45 days unless otherwise determined by the department leader.

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in Practical Nursing.
• No prior experience required.

• Prepare and room patients for examination, obtaining vital signs and documenting health information.
• Perform laboratory procedures (e.g., strep test, wound culture, specimen collection) using aseptic technique and standard precautions.
• Assist the physician/provider with procedures and surgeries such as pelvic exams, allergy scratch testing, EMG, cautery, colposcopy, etc.
• Administer medications under physician/provider orders, including immunizations, antibiotics, pain medications, vitamins, topical agents, and insulin. Initiate, maintain, and discontinue IV therapy when appropriate.
• Provide basic patient education on tasks, skills, treatment, and self‑care; follow through with referrals, prescription refills, and new appointments.
• Communicate with physicians and healthcare team members; document and provide timely information regarding patient conditions.
• Perform advanced clinical tasks under supervision, including removal of sutures and staples, catheterization, audiograms, laboratory procedures (throat/nose culture, drug screen, phlebotomy), EKG, spirometry, Holter monitor application, casting, complex wound care.
• Organize and prepare exam rooms, lab and work areas: cleaning, stocking, ordering supplies, maintaining equipment.
• Perform patient positioning and transportation duties requiring lifting and proper technique.
• Maintain equipment quality and clean or sterilize instruments.
• Participate in patient‑centered initiatives, care management, performance, and quality improvement activities.
• Demonstrate age‑appropriate knowledge and skill to provide appropriate care for patients of all ages.

• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organization, prioritization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, Windows navigation, and electronic mail; exposure to electronic medical records systems.

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders throughout the workday.
• Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist; lift up to 20 lbs over the head; carry up to 40 lbs over a reasonable distance; push/pull with 30 lbs of force.
• Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present.
• Exposure to mechanical, electrical, chemical hazards, and blood/body fluids; protective clothing and equipment required as needed.
• Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with fine‑hand manipulation skills.

• Base compensation within the listed pay range based on qualifications and experience.
• Premium pay for shift, on‑call, and other duties as applicable.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Annual performance‑based increase opportunities.
• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health, dental, vision, life, short‑ and long‑term disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits including adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match.
• Financial wellness programs and educational assistance.