Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

University Clinical Health; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

University Clinical Health (UCH) in Memphis, TN, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide professional nursing care for patients, triage concerns, and support physicians during examinations and treatments. You will obtain vital signs, coordinate scheduling, and maintain EMR documentation to ensure high-quality patient care.

The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and knowledge of medical terminology, with responsibilities spanning room readiness, chart

Qualifications

• LPN will provide professional nursing care for patients' comfort and well-being.
• Obtain patient vital signs and triage patient concerns.
• Assist physicians during examinations and treatments.
• Maintain electronic medical records and document patient progress.
• Coordinate scheduling and obtain prior authorizations.
• Adhere to HIPAA/regulatory standards.
• Ensure exam room readiness and equipment availability.

Responsibilities

• Triaging patient concerns and obtaining vital signs.
• Assist physicians during examinations and treatments.
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation and records.

Skills

Patient assessment

Vital signs

Medical chart review

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

LPN license

Job description

Who We Are

As the only independent and physician-led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University Clinical Health (UCH) offers best-in-class clinical care through a network of 175+ providers across 19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid-South community. UCH is a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported group practice and is here to serve the community while providing medical excellence to our patients.

Who We Are

As the only independent and physician-led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University Clinical Health (UCH) offers best-in-class clinical care through a network of 175+ providers across 19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid-South community. UCH is a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported group practice and is here to serve the community while providing medical excellence to our patients.

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will provide professional nursing care for patients' comfort and well-being, including preparing equipment, triaging patient concerns, and assisting physicians during examinations and treatments. In addition, the LPN will obtain patient vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration. Responsibilities will also include coordinating procedure scheduling, obtaining prior authorizations, observing and maintaining records on patient care, condition, reaction, and progress through the electronic medical records.

Key Results Areas (KRAs)

• Patient Assessment
• Patient education/resources
• Patient procedures
• Exam room readiness
• Equipment availability and effectiveness
• Pre-certification/authorization effectiveness
• HIPPA/regulatory compliance
• Team effectiveness

Core Competencies

Knowledge Of The Following

• Nursing, anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology specific to Pulmonology
• Equipment, sterilize techniques, and procedures of treatment
• OSHA regulations
• Application of medical chart requirements Ability to read charts to ensure lab tests and reports are included for physician review Demonstrated ability to perform medical assessments Excellent written and verbal communication skills Interacts with people effectively. Able and willing to share and receive information Pays close attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness