Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Gastroenterology - Full Time Days

Mary Washington Healthcare; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare is seeking an LPN to provide nursing services in a physician office, manage patient flow, obtain vitals, and perform EKG strips. You will support clinicians and help maintain smooth clinic operations.

You will triage patients, document in medical records, schedule appointments, and assist with procedures while upholding infection control and patient confidentiality. Evening or weekend shifts may be required per staffing needs.

Qualifications

• Valid LPN license from Virginia.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire.
• Experience working in a Physician Office preferred.
• Knowledge of infection control, environmental safety and patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provides general nursing care to patients including obtaining and documenting vitals (height, weight, BP).
• Performs patient triage.
• Rooms patients and facilitates patient flow throughout the office.
• Assists Physician, PA, or NP with examinations, diagnostic procedures and treatments.
• Obtains patient history, chief complaint and vitals and documents in medical record.
• Ensures adequate materials and supplies are available at all times.
• Provides patient and family education as appropriate.
• Responds to and provides guidance for return calls re patient treatment inquiries.
• Schedules patient appointments for office visits and procedures.
• Assists with scheduling of procedures, tests, and radiological exams; obtains authorization for procedures and studies as required.
• Rotates/provides coverage for clinical staffing needs in Mary Washington Medical Group practices.
• Fills out disability forms for MD/PA to review and sign.
• Works with third party payors to obtain authorization/pre-certification for surgeries and diagnostic testing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vital signs

EKG

Nursing care

Education

LPN license (VA)

BLS CPR

Job description

Start the day excited to make a difference…end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for LPN nursing services in a physician office practice to control patient flow for physician, obtain and document patient vitals, perform EKG strips, and other nursing duties as assigned.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Provides general nursing care to patients to include obtaining and documenting patient vitals (height, weight, BP).
• Performs patient triage.
• Rooms patients. Facilitates patient flow throughout the office.
• Assists Physician, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner with examinations, diagnostic procedures and treatments.
• Obtains patient history, chief complaint and vitals and documents in medical record.
• Ensures adequate materials and supplies are available at all times.
• Provides patient and family education as appropriate.
• Responds to and provides guidance for return calls to patients for patient treatment related phone inquiries.
• Ensures patient appointments are assigned according to risk and severity.
• Maintains/reviews patient charts, records and other pertinent documents and reports.
• Establishes and maintains high standard for customer satisfaction and customer service.
• Schedules patient appointments for office visits.
• Assists patients with scheduling of procedures, tests, and radiological exams. Obtains authorization for procedures and studies as required.
• Schedules patient surgeries.
• Ensures necessary films are available for surgeries and appointments.
• Learns front office functions, providing backup support and coverage as required.
• Fills out disability forms for MD/PA to review and sign.
• Works with third party payors to obtain authorization/pre-certification for surgeries, diagnostic testing, and other procedures ordered by physician.
• Rotates/provides coverage for clinical staffing needs in various Mary Washington Medical Group practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Valid LPN License from Virginia required.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire
• Experience working in a Physician Office preferred
• Previous experience with practice specialty preferred
• Must have knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety and patient confidentiality.

MWHC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status (EOE). We are also committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices and comply with all applicable pay transparency and pay equity laws.

Required

Physical Requirements

Constant (67-100% of workday) walking, standing, use of arms and hands; frequent (34-66% of workday) bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination; ability to work in confined spaces; ability to reach above/overhead.

Mental Requirements

Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards

Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

• Clinical positions in Mary Washington Home Health and/or Hospice must also meet driving requirements.

It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates.

Compensation Pay Range

$25.42 - $35.59