Ambulatory Clinic Nurse (LPN) - Internal Medicine

The ambulatory clinic licensed practical nurse (LPN) utilizes the nursing process to coordinate an interdisciplinary approach to patient care. The LPN is responsible for promoting and restoring patient's health by completing the nursing process, collaborating with physicians and team members, and providing physical and psychological support to patients and their families. Practices within the boundaries of the Kansas Nurse Practice Act, specialty standards and organizational/departmental policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Greets patients and prepares them for examination or procedure, recording health history and noting abnormal conditions; Obtains vital signs and performs required screens; Accurately and safely administers intramuscular, subcutaneous, and oral medication as ordered; Observes, records, and reports patients condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians; Assists with preparation of supplies and equipment and aiding physician or advance practice provider during treatment, examination and testing; Ensures patient chart entries are made accurately and in a timely manner; Assists with scheduling of tests, treatments, referrals, and obtaining pre-authorizations; Collects, documents and delivers lab specimens, obtains lab results and enters EMR if needed; Notifies patients of test results and follow-up appointments; Reviews with patient/family medications, treatment and after visit instructions; Responds to and screens telephone calls for referral to RN or physician; Coordinates pre-visit planning by reviewing the EMR; Completes necessary forms (FMLA, DME, Home Health orders) and obtains physician signatures

Requirements

Licensed Practical Nurse: Graduation from an accredited licensed practical nurse program; High School Graduate or GED; Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) within 14 days; Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Multi-State - State Board of Nursing in the state (Kansas and/or Missouri) dependent upon work location, must be in good standing in the state in which you live; Basic computer skills required; Excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Nice to have

Previous medical office experience