LPN- New Augusta

Job Details: Job Location: New Augusta - New Augusta, MS, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Summary:

The LPN is responsible for assisting the Provider in direct patient care.  Demonstrates knowledge and skills to appropriately communicate and interact with staff, patients, families, and visitors of all age groups while being sensitive to their cultural and religious beliefs.

Job Responsibilities:

Effectively deliver direct patient care under the supervision of the provider
Return the examination rooms to proper order after each patient
Prepare patients in a timely and appropriate manner
Demonstrate the ability to access and assist patients in emergency situations
Keep the exam rooms and lab neat, clean, organized and stocked with necessary supplies
Effectively teaches and documents patient education
Document complete and accurate vital signs
Adequately documents information in the medical record
Adequately assesses patients according to symptoms
Prompt in following the Provider’s orders
Return patient phone calls in a timely manner
Understand and assist with the recall and follow up procedures
Prepare reports and follows up as necessary
Demonstrate flexibility in job duties
Demonstrate appropriate documentation in the EMR
Possess the knowledge to operate clinical equipment
Demonstrate a caring and compassionate attitude toward patients and staff
Effectively communicates with the provider
Adheres to infection-control policies using universal precautions at all times and PPE as appropriate
Must be flexible and willing to float to other clinic locations as needed to support operational needs, ensure adequate coverage, and maintain quality patient care
Anticipates and prepares supplies needed for procedures to expedite patient care
Demonstrate proficiency in performing in-house testing
Assist with medical record scanning as needed
Completes the required IT/Security trainings prior to the deadline

Qualifications: Job Requirements:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Current Mississippi Board of Nursing License
Current CPR Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association
Demonstrate knowledge and skills in the administration of their duties in addition to performing phlebotomy
Basic knowledge of clinical operations
Demonstrates skills in written and oral communication
Ability to comprehend and perform duties with minimal supervision
Ability to prioritize work and accept constructive criticism
Ability to prepare reports and follow-up as necessary
Must continuously listen, visualize and have dexterity and eye-hand coordination
Must have full range of body motion
Must frequently sit, reach, use both right and left forearm rotation, walk, stand, kneel and twist

Physical and Other Requirements:

Must be able to pass criminal background check, drug screen and physical assessment
Must occasionally kneel, twist and have ability to grasp firmly
Must lift and carry, push and pull in excess of 20lbs