Licensed Practical Nurse

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Vision insurance

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Provides professional nursing care under supervision for clinic patients. Performs independent nursing care at satellite facilities. Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: (This list may not include all of the duties assigned and LPN may not be required to perform all duties.)

1. Assesses patient according to medical complaints, takes vital signs, medication history, allergies, administers injections, oral medication, enemas, and performs venipunctures.

2. Assist physicians in physical exams as needed.

3. Receives and responds to incoming telephone calls.

4. Ensures that clinical documentation is clear, concise and complete.

5. Scheduling and canceling appointments, confidential handling of medical records, reporting messages to physicians.

6. Instructs patients and/or family members as directed by physicians in preparation for procedures, taking of medications and treatments.

7. Makes decisions and judgments on phone calls and advises patients according to practice guidelines.

8. Uses written patient education material and videos when appropriate.

9. Cleaning and stocking exam rooms, ordering supplies, assisting in training of new personnel, maintains work area in neat and organized manner.

10. Maintain good hygiene with proper uniform and shoes per practice guidelines.

11. Maintain patient confidentiality.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

1. Knowledge of the principles and skills needed for practical nursing to provide patient care and treatment.

2. Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures.

3. Knowledge of medications and their effect on patients.

4. Knowledge of common lab values and the ability to interpret their significance in patient care.

5. Knowledge of patient education principles to develop a self-care program.

6. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.

7. Skill in administering a variety of treatments and medications as directed.

8. Skill in using various types of equipment for examination and treatment procedures.

9. Skill in taking vital signs.

10. Skill in maintaining records and writing nurses notes.

11. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.

12. Ability to maintain quality control standards.

13. Ability to recognize problems and recommend solutions.

14. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

15. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.

16. Ability to communicate clearly.

EDUCATION: High school diploma. Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing.

EXPERIENCE: One or two years of nursing experience is preferred but not required

CERTIFICATE/LICENSE: Must have passed the State Board of Nursing licensing examination and hold a current license for the State of Louisiana as an LPN. BLS certification required.