License Practical Nurse (LPN)

Workstream; Ohio; On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Scrubs allowance

Job summary

Ohio Primary Care Clinic in Columbus, OH is hiring a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support providers and streamline patient flow in a fast-paced primary care setting.

The role covers patient care, documentation, and care coordination, including vital signs, injections, and EKGs, with an emphasis on confidentiality and compassionate service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least one year of experience preferred.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Experience with an EMR system is preferred.
• Multilingual (preferred) but not required.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and room patients promptly.
• Verify patient identity and reason for visit.
• Obtain and document vital signs, height, weight, BMI, pain assessment, allergies.
• Prepare patients for examination and procedures.
• Assist providers during examinations and minor procedures.
• Administer injections and immunizations (within scope and certification).
• Perform point-of-care testing including rapid COVID-19, Influenza, Strep, Urinalysis, Pregnancy tests and blood glucose.
• Collect specimens for laboratory testing.
• Perform EKGs.
• Assist with ear irrigation, wound care, suture removal, and dressing changes.
• Provide patient education as directed by the provider.
• Answer phone calls professionally and schedule appointments.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team-oriented

Multitasking

Patient-focused care

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

EMR system

Basic computer skills

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Columbus, OH

Ohio Primary Care Clinic

Ohio Primary Care Clinic is currently searching for a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide high-quality clinical and administrative support to healthcare providers while ensuring efficient patient flow and exceptional customer service. The LPN assists with patient care, documentation, procedures, and care coordination in a fast-paced primary care setting.

What can we offer YOU?

• Paid Holidays
• Scrubs allowance

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• At least one year of experience preferred
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Previous primary care or family practice experience preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Experience using an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Multilingual (Ne?)? preferred but required
• Strong organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Professionalism and compassion
• Team-oriented attitude
• Basic computer proficiency
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
• Frequent bending, reaching, and assisting patients

Responsibilities

Patient Care:

• Welcome and room patients promptly.
• Verify patient identity and reason for visit.
• Obtain and document vital signs, height, weight, BMI, pain assessment, medication reconciliation, allergies, medical, surgery, family and social history updates.
• Prepare patients for examination and procedures
• Assist providers during examinations and minor procedures
• Administer injections and immunizations (within scope and certification)
• Perform point-of-care testing including rapid COVID-19, Influenza, Strep, Urinalysis, Pregnancy tests and blood glucose
• Collect specimens for laboratory testing
• Perform EKGs
• Assist with ear irrigation, wound care, suture removal, and dressing changes
• Provide patient education as directed by the provider

Administrative Duties:

• Answer phone calls professionally
• Schedule and confirm appointments
• Check patients in and out
• Verify insurance eligibility
• Obtain prior authorizations when assigned
• Process referrals to specialists
• Scan and upload medical records
• Manage incoming faxes and provider messages
• Maintain accurate patient documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Clinical Support:

• Prepare exam rooms before and after each patient
• Clean and disinfect equipment according to infection control guidelines
• Restock exam rooms and medical supplies
• Monitor inventory and notify management when supplies are low
• Ensure all equipment is functioning properly
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and CDC infection control standards

Care Coordination:

• Follow up on laboratory and imaging orders
• Assist patients with referrals and scheduling
• Contact patients regarding provider instructions
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives
• Assist with chronic disease management programs

Primary care.