Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Job Description

Job Description

Licensed Practice Nurse - Primary Care

Richmond Virginia

MUST :

Experienced Registered Nurse

State of VA License

BLS / CPR

Primary Care experience

Phlebotomy

Triage

Vitals

IV's

EMR

DUTIES :

Support the physicians by providing clinical and administrative assistance

Provide physical care and carries out therapeutic and medical regimens.

Obtain patient histories and medical information

Triage and assess client health concerns to determine appropriate response

Assess and report vital signs and measurements; collect specimens

Administer medications and treatment as ordered by physician

Perform procedures such as IV placement, nebulizer treatments, and phlebotomy

Assist with medical and minor surgical procedures

Prepare patients for continuing care after treatment.

Treat and dress wounds

Provide patient education for scheduled procedures and self administration of medication

Schedule and keep track of appointments

Prepare examination rooms; set up and maintains medical equipment and supplies

Track and document patient status following sick visits

Referrals; Obtain authorization for prescriptions as required by insurance carriers

Manage electronic and faxed prescription refill requests

Scanning documents to patient charts

Maintain examination room inventory and replenish as needed Uphold appropriate clinical standards

Maintain safe and clean working environment by implementing and monitoring