Ambulatory Clinic Lpn

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; Records health history of patient and notes abnormal conditions for physician; Obtains vital signs and performs required screens; Accurately and safely administers intramuscular, subcutaneous, and oral medication as ordered; Observes, records, and reports patient condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians; Assists with preparation of supplies and equipment and aids the physician or advance practice provider during treatment, examination and testing of patients; Ensures patient chart entries are made accurately and in a timely manner and forwards charts as appropriate; Assists with scheduling of tests and treatments; Arranges referrals to a specialist and obtains pre-authorizations when directed by the provider; Collects, documents and delivers lab specimens; obtains lab results and other reports and enters EMR if needed; Notifies patients of test results and follow-up appointments; Refers to RN/MD for patient education; 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 and proactively orders labs and other tests based on approved clinic protocols; Completes necessary forms (i.e. FMLA, DME, Home Health orders) and obtains physician signatures as appropriate; Performs the professional, clinical and/or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department; Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited licensed practical nurse program; High School Graduate; Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA); 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; Excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Nice to have

Previous medical office experience