Clinic Nurse LPN/RN

Sullivan County Community Hospital; Sullivan (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Sullivan County Community Hospital in Sullivan, IN is seeking a Clinic Nurse LPN/RN for a full-time technical role in a busy outpatient clinic.

Responsibilities include patient assessments over the phone, applying clinical knowledge, providing medical advice per protocols, and maintaining meticulous documentation in the EMR while coordinating with providers and staff.

Indiana LPN/LPN licensure and CPR are required; prior medical-surgical nursing or immunization experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
• Two years experience in physician’s office or related experience (preferred, but not required).
• Background in medical-surgical nursing and immunizations
• Knowledge of clinic function
• Ability to work in conjunction with other clinic personnel
• Knowledge of community health resources for alternate health services
• Knowledge of community health nursing principles and practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written reports

Responsibilities

• Conducting patient assessments over the phone by asking detailed questions about symptoms & medical history.
• Utilizing critical thinking skills to determine the appropriate level of care needed.
• Strong clinical knowledge and understanding of common medical conditions.
• Provide medical advice based on the assessment.
• Directing patients to the right healthcare provider or service.
• Maintaining accurate documentation of each call.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and empathy towards patients.
• Updates the patient’s medical and social history, as appropriate.
• Maintains current knowledge of medications.
• Accurately documenting all patient interactions including symptoms, advice given, and follow up plans in the electronic medical record.
• Schedules patients for further testing as directed by the Provider.
• Secures appointment date and time from specialty referral as directed by the Provider.
• Phones in prescription refills as directed by the Practitioner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Professional demeanor and ability to handle stressful situations calmly.

Skills

Phone assessments

Clinical knowledge

Documentation

Communication

Team collaboration

Immunizations knowledge

Education

LPN/LPN licensure in Indiana

CPR certification

Tools

EMR system

Job description

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Clinic Nurse LPN/RN

Full Time Technical Sullivan, IN, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1527

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing

Experience/Skills

• Two years experience in physician’s office or related experience (preferred, but not required).
• Background in medical-surgical nursing and immunizations
• Knowledge of clinic function
• Ability to work in conjunction with other clinic personnel
• Knowledge of community health resources for alternate health services
• Knowledge of community health nursing principles and practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written reports

Required Licenses/Certifications

• LPN Licensure in the State of Indiana
• CPR

Working Conditions

• Clean, well-lighted working environment

ROUTINE RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions

• Conducting patient assessments over the phone by asking detailed questions about symptoms & medical history.
• Utilizing critical thinking skills to determine the appropriate level of care needed.
• Strong clinical knowledge and understanding of common medical conditions.
• Provide medical advice based on the assessment.
• Directing patients to the right healthcare provider or service.
• Maintaining accurate documentation of each call.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and empathy towards patients.
• Updates the patient’s medical and social history, as appropriate.
• Maintains current knowledge of medications.
• Accurately documenting all patient interactions including symptoms, advice given, and follow up plans in the electronic medical record.
• Schedules patients for further testing as directed by the Provider.
• Secures appointment date and time from specialty referral as directed by the Provider.
• Phones in prescription refills as directed by the Practitioner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Professional demeanor and ability to handle stressful situations calmly.

Clinic Responsibilities

• Records all phone conversations and information given to the patient in the medical record to provide for clear communication among all clinic staff.
• Provide medical advice based on established protocols.
• Communicating patient concerns and relevant information to the appropriate healthcare provider for further evaluation or treatment.
• Processing prescription refills as directed by the physician.
• Contact patients to discuss the results of laboratory test or imaging studies.
• Identifying situations that require immediate medical attention and directing patients to the appropriate emergency care facility.
• Participate in professional development and assume responsibility for keeping knowledge of skills current.
• During downtime we utilize time wisely by assisting with clinic buckets in the EMR.

Office Responsibilities

• Answers telephone calls in a professional manner and refers patient problems to Practitioner.
• Exhibits ability to prioritize and organize work.
• Follows through on assigned tasks.
• Knowledgeable of and compliant with clinic policies and procedures.
• Exhibits cooperation and positive attitude and maintains a good working relationship with all clinic staff.
• Completes incident reports and forwards to Practitioner when appropriate.