Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Urology

AdventHealth Medical Group Gordon; Calhoun (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Job summary

AdventHealth in Calhoun, GA seeks a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to provide patient-focused care in a physician’s clinic. Responsibilities include rooming patients, taking vital signs, assisting with examinations, performing phlebotomy, administering medications and vaccines, and handling prior authorizations as needed.

Must have LPN license and BLS certification, with at least an associate degree or equivalent; high school diploma required.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or equivalent; High School grad required.
• LPN license required; BLS certification required.
• Experience with patient care and basic clinical procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide quality patient-focused care in a physician’s clinic.
• Place patients in examining room and ensure their comfort.
• Perform phlebotomy and administer medications and immunizations as directed.
• Obtain insurance prior authorizations for medications and communicate changes to providers/patients.
• Follow CDC isolation guidelines, PPE usage, and safety regulations.

Skills

Patient care

Phlebotomy

Vital signs

Injections/Immunizations

Medical documentation

Triage/phone

Education

Associate degree

High school diploma

LPN license

BLS Certification

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It is about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule: Full time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Address: 1035 RED BUD RD NE

City: CALHOUN

State: Georgia

Postal Code: 30701

Job Description:

Coordinates and provides quality patient-focused care in a physician’s clinic. Places patients in the examining room and ensures their comfort. Performs patient intake entry, obtains vital signs, and documents patient information. Assists physicians with examinations, treatments, and office surgeries. Performs phlebotomy and laboratory tests as required, adhering to state and federal regulations. Screens telephone calls, takes accurate clinical messages, and answers routine patient inquiries. Performs triage duties according to practice protocols. Ensures exam room equipment is clean and properly set up before each patient encounter. Manages sterilization of non-disposable instruments and maintains appropriate logs. Prepares and administers medications and immunizations as directed by the provider. Handles medication and prescription questions, refill calls, and ensures accurate documentation. Obtains insurance prior authorizations for medications and communicates changes to providers and patients. Follows CDC isolation guidelines, demonstrates appropriate use of PPE, performs hand hygiene according to policy, and enforces safety regulations. Exemplifies AdventHealth’s core values of Keep Me Safe, Make It Easy, Love Me, and Own It through behavior. Other duties as assigned.

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Requires full availability for Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Use of Computers, telephone, fax machine, copier, stethoscope, EKG machine, pulse oximeter, oxygen devices, wheelchairs, stretchers, scales, glucose monitor, and other patient care equipment necessary to perform required duties as appropriate to the scope of the practice. [Required]
• Proficiency must be attained via on-the-job training, and orientation, [Preferred]

Education:

• Associate [Preferred]
• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Field of Study:

• Associates Degree or equivalent specific to Licensed Practice Nurse preferred

Work Experience:

• 1+ position related experience [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)

• Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range:

$20.23 - $37.64

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.