Allergy Nurse

Sirven & Associates Allergy & Asthma Center; Miami (FL); In loco; USD 30.000 - 39.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Sirven & Associates Allergy & Asthma Center in Miami, FL seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support clinical and administrative functions in an outpatient allergy and asthma practice. The LPN will perform lab testing, administer immunotherapy, venipuncture, and coordinate care under physician orders within Florida law.

Responsibilities include medical record management, prior authorizations, billing assistance, supply management, patient education, and documentation in EMRs, while

Competenze

• Graduation from an accredited practical nursing program.
• Current, active Florida LPN license in good standing.
• Current CPR/BLS certification preferred.

Mansioni

• Assist with medication prior authorizations and insurance inquiries.
• Maintain accurate EMR medical records and documentation.
• Support billing or coding information within training.
• Monitor clinical supply inventory and coordinate orders.
• Communicate professionally with patients, caregivers, providers, pharmacies, and labs.
• Coordinate laboratory specimen collection, handling, and transport.

Conoscenze

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Professionalism

EMR proficiency

Medical terminology

Teamwork

Formazione

LPN licensure (FL)

CPR/BLS certification

Strumenti

EMR systems

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Description As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), your responsibilities typically involve a combination of administrative and clinical tasks. Here's a detailed job description:The Allergy Nurse (LPN) provides clinical nursing support to the physician and other authorized practitioners in an outpatient allergy and asthma practice. The LPN performs duties consistent with Florida law, the LPN’s education and competency, provider orders, and the practice’s policies and protocols. This position does not independently diagnose, prescribe treatment, or make medical decisions outside the LPN scope of practice.

Administrative and Care-Coordination Duties

• Medication Prior Authorization Management:Assist with medication prior authorizations, medication access, and insurance‑related inquiries; coordinate with providers and pharmacies as needed.
• Medical Records Management:Maintain accurate, organized medical records, including scanning, filing, retrieving, and updating documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Billing and Coding:Support accurate clinical documentation and provide billing or coding‑related information within the employee’s training and assigned responsibilities.
• Supply Management:Monitor clinical supply inventory, check expiration dates, maintain appropriate stock, and coordinate orders with management.
• Communication:Communicate professionally with patients, caregivers, providers, pharmacies, laboratories, and other healthcare offices by telephone and in person.
• Lab/Specimen Coordination: Coordinate ordered laboratory specimen collection, handling, storage, and transport in accordance with applicable procedures.
• Additional Duties: Perform other job‑related duties assigned by the physician or management that are consistent with licensure, competency, and applicable law.

Clinical Nursing Duties

• Patient Preparation: Prepare patients for appointments and procedures; obtain and document vital signs and relevant history, including medication and allergy information, as directed by practice protocols.
• Allergy Testing: Perform allergy skin‑prick testing, intradermal testing, patch‑test placement or removal, and related procedures when ordered, trained, and authorized. Document findings and promptly report results or concerns to the treating provider; diagnostic interpretation and treatment decisions remain with the authorized practitioner.
• Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT):Perform PFT’s both pre and post treatment, including accurately entering patient demographic data into testing software for report generation.
• Immunotherapy Administration:Administer allergy immunotherapy injections according to physician orders, following established protocols and safety guidelines. Monitor patients during required observation periods after allergy immunotherapy and other treatments. Recognize and promptly elevate signs of an adverse reaction or anaphylaxis and initiate the practice’s emergency response protocol within training and legal scope.
• Venipuncture (Blood Draw):Properly perform blood draws as ordered by providers, properly handle and dispose of needles, arrange for the collection, destruction, and transport of any collected materials according to safety standards and protocols.
• Vial Formulation: Prepare allergy formulation sheets and related documentation under the direct supervision of a physician and/or nurse practitioner, following provider instructions, practice protocols, and applicable requirements.
• Medication Administration/Management: Administer prescribed biologic medications and other injections within the LPN scope of practice, following the order, product‑specific instructions, storage requirements, and practice protocols. Assist with medication and biologic inventory, proper storage, temperature‑log review, and documentation in accordance with practice policy and product requirements.
• Emergency Supply Management: Maintain readiness of emergency equipment and supplies; check assigned emergency medications and supplies for availability and expiration dates and report any deficiencies promptly.
• Patient Education:Provide or reinforce provider‑approved patient education about allergy testing, immunotherapy, medication use, allergen avoidance, post‑injection precautions, and when to contact the practice or seek emergency care. Refer individualized clinical questions to the provider.
• Documentation:Document patient assessments, medication administration, procedures performed, and treatment plans accurately in EMRs, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and clinic protocols.

Safety and Infection Control:Adhere to infection control protocols, maintain cleanliness and sterilization of equipment, and promote a safe environment for patients and staff.

Additional Duties: Any additional tasks/duties as assigned to you by providers or management.

Qualifications

• Education:Graduation from an accredited practical nursing program; Required.
• Licensure:Current, active Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing; Required.
• Certification:Current CPR/BLS; Preferred.
• PreferredExperience:Prior experience in a medical office setting, especially in Allergy/Immunology or ENT, is advantageous.
• Skills:Strong communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, ability to multitask, professionalism, proficiency in EMR systems, knowledge of medical terminology, and ability to work effectively with patients and the clinical team.

AAP/EEO Statement

AAP/EEO StatementIn order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at will be based on qualifications and job‑related abilities. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in undue hardship.

Company Description

Sirven & Associates Allergy and Asthma Center is a premier adult and pediatric allergy and immunology practice located in Miami, Florida, led by board‑certified allergist Viviana Sirven, MD, and her experienced team.They treat patients like family and offer compassionate, state‑of‑the‑art treatment in a warm, friendly environment. Patients of all ages suffering from asthma, food allergies, seasonal or latex allergies, stinging insect allergies, and medication allergies, as well as rhinitis, sinus problems, hives, or eczema, can turn to Dr. Sirven and her expert team for premium care. They offer skin testing, pulmonary function testing, allergy and asthma medications, immunotherapy, Botox®, Juvéderm®, and more to restore patients’ quality of lives. Those suffering from itchy or watery eyes, nasal congestion, irritated skin, and wheezing can achieve symptom relief.

Company Description

Sirven & Associates Allergy and Asthma Center is a premier adult and pediatric allergy and immunology practice located in Miami, Florida, led by board‑certified allergist Viviana Sirven, MD, and her experienced team.

They treat patients like family and offer compassionate, state‑of‑the‑art treatment in a warm, friendly environment. Patients of all ages suffering from asthma, food allergies, seasonal or latex allergies, stinging insect allergies, and medication allergies, as well as rhinitis, sinus problems, hives, or eczema, can turn to Dr. Sirven and her expert team for premium care.

They offer skin testing, pulmonary function testing, allergy and asthma medications, immunotherapy, Botox®, Juvéderm®, and more to restore patients’ quality of lives. Those suffering from itchy or watery eyes, nasal congestion, irritated skin, and wheezing can achieve symptom relief.