Compassionate LPN - Primary Care & Patient Education

Mercer University; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercer Medicine Clinic in Macon, GA is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our staff. The role involves triaging patients, obtaining vital signs, updating records, and educating patients under physician supervision.

Requirements include a current Georgia Practical Nursing license, direct patient care experience, phlebotomy experience, and CPR certification within 6 months of hire. Prior medical office experience is a plus. Crimina history check is part of the process.

Qualifications

• Current Georgia Practical Nursing license.
• Clinical experience involving direct patient care.
• Phlebotomy experience.
• CPR certification within 6 months of hire.
• Caring, compassionate demeanor with strong communication and organization skills.
• Medical office experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Triage patients, obtain vital signs, update patient information, and provide education.
• Complete referrals (outgoing and incoming).
• Process prescription refills and obtain authorizations.
• Assist with procedures and complete forms.
• Manage multiple phone calls.
• Perform independent assessment of patient needs.
• Support the physician and follow up on tasks.

Skills

Phlebotomy

CPR

Clinical experience

Communication skills

EMR familiarity

Education

Georgia Practical Nursing license

Tools

eMDs

eClinical Works

Job description

Mercer Medicine Clinic in Macon, GA is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our staff. The role involves triaging patients, obtaining vital signs, updating records, and educating patients under physician supervision.

Requirements include a current Georgia Practical Nursing license, direct patient care experience, phlebotomy experience, and CPR certification within 6 months of hire. Prior medical office experience is a plus. Crimina history check is part of the process.