LPN Office OH

Job Requirements Position SummaryThe Licensed Practical Nurse is cross trained on both clinical and administrative responsibilities. The clinical aspects include recording vital signs when interacting with patients, compiling patients’ medical histories and administering medications under direction of a supervising physician. The administrative aspects can include everything from scheduling appointments to billing and assisting patients in filling out insurance forms. Minimum RequirementsEducation Graduate of a Practical Nursing ProgramExperience N/ALicense/Registration/Certifications South Carolina LPN Nursing License Current CPR certification Preferred RequirementsPreferred Education N/APreferred Experience One to two years of healthcare experience.Preferred License/Registration/Certifications N/A Core Job ResponsibilitiesMeasure and record vital signs, takes patient medical history and chief complaint. Record information accurately in the medical chart.Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments and supplies.Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization of equipment Assist with scheduling of tests and treatments.Prepare patient for examination.Phlebotomy, finger sticks, and collection of other lab specimens.Assist the provider with exams and minor office surgery.Adhere to and practice appropriate infection control policies and procedures.Screens, manages, and follows up telephone messages from patients, referrals, and pharmacies.Prepare and send prescriptions electronically per provider’s orders.Performs waived lab tests, EKGs, and administers injections.Applies dressing and remove sutures as ordered by the provider.Use CPR skills when required.Dispose of biohazard waste according to state standards.Maintain OSHA requirements and practice OSHA standards.Perform accurate, legal, and ethical documentation at all times. Perform other duties as assigned.Job Duties Specific to WorkHealthySCPerform eye exams, audio testing, TB test, EKG, PFT, respirator fit test, breath alcohol tests, urine and hair drug screens, flu vaccines, and Hep B vaccinesTeach bloodborne pathogen class to employersObserve urine drug collection (same gender) when applicableMaintaining PAR levels of inventory and keeping monthly log of expiration dates for all medical inventoryDirect liaison between clients/employers to troubleshoot and resolve issuesMaintain and perform annual job competencies for clinical staff