Licensed Practical Nurse (HYBRID POSITION)

Redemption Psychiatry LLC; Chandler (AZ); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Redemption Psychiatry LLC is seeking an LPN for a hybrid position in Arizona. The role involves assisting patients, providers, and pharmacies with medication issues, administering injections during nurse visits, and documenting care in the EMR.

The LPN will follow a refill algorithm, provide medication education, and support prior authorizations with insurers while maintaining HIPAA-compliant practices.

Qualifications

• Active Arizona or multistate LPN license.
• One year psychiatric experience preferred.
• Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office products.
• Fluent in speaking, reading and writing English.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process patient, pharmacy, and provider requests regarding medications.
• Follow an approved algorithm to approve/deny refills.
• Troubleshoot medication issues and address side effects.
• Submit prior authorizations to insurers.
• Educate patients and families about medications and safety.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

MS Word

MS Excel

Adobe

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Decision making

Education

LPN license

Tools

EMR system

Electronic Prescribing System

Insurance verification systems

Job description

Description

Overview:

HYBRID POSITION

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for assisting patients, providers and pharmacies with medication related issues via phone and in person. The LPN will conduct nurse visits to administer injections, provide patient education regarding medications as well as to provide prescription refill bridges between provider appointments per a designated refill algorithm. The LPN will maintain accurate documentation of patient interactions in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).

Main Responsibilities:

• Receive and process incoming requests from patients, pharmacies, and providers regarding patient medication via phone, fax and within out EMR
• Follow an approved decision making algorithm to approve or deny patient requests for medication refills
• Troubleshoot and problem solve issues with patient medications
• Address side effects or tolerance issues for psychiatric medications
• Submit medication prior authorizations to insurance companies
• Maintain control of medication samples
• Educate patients and their families to promote overall well being
• Document all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate area in the EMR
• Conduct nurse visits with patients
• Perform injections, EKG/ECG, using aseptic technique
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

The LPN must have a valid, active Arizona or multistate LPN License. The LPN must have excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

• Current nursing license, in good standing
• One year Psychiatric Experience, preferred
• Intermediate computer skills
• Critical thinking and decision making skills
• Strong customer service and client care skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and work with minimal direct supervision
• Must achieve proficiency in our Electronic Medical Record after training
• Ability speak, read, and write English fluently required
• Must demonstrate proficiency in the use of a Windows Computer and Microsoft office products
• Must achieve proficiency in the following programs
• Electronic Medical Record
• Electronic Prescribing System
• Insurance eligibility and verification systems
• Any other systems used in conjunction with the positionMust adhere to HIPAA and HIITECH guidelines at all times