Licensed Practical Nurse - (Podiatry Clinic)

BARNS Barnesville Hospital; Buckhannon (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

STJ St. Joseph's Hospital in Buckhannon, West Virginia, is seeking an LPN to provide direct outpatient nursing care under physician supervision. The role includes patient screening, medication administration, and assisting providers in exams and procedures in a high-volume clinic.

Qualified applicants hold an active LPN license and obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire. This position supports the WVUHS network and collaborates closely with the clinic team to ensure safe,

Qualifications

• Current LPN license issued by the state where services are provided.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct outpatient nursing care per physician guidance.
• Administer IM, subcutaneous, and oral medications as ordered.
• Screen patients and document vital data in medical records.
• Assist physicians and RNs during examinations and procedures.
• Support patient and family emotionally and coordinate care needs.
• Observe and report patient concerns to the physician promptly.
• Collaborate with clinic staff to ensure smooth patient flow.
• Maintain cost-effective use of supplies and equipment.

Skills

Direct patient care

Vital signs

Medication administration

Nursing assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

BLS certification

Job description

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.Provides nursing support to the physician and provides direct nursing care to patients in an outpatient setting. Serves as primary medical contact person to screen patients.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:1. Current Licensed Practical Nurse license issued by the state in which services will be provided or current multi-state Licensed Practical Nurse license through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).2. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.1. Provides direct nursing care to patients in an outpatient medical office setting.2. Uses standards of care and standards of practice to guide care delivery.3. Accurately and safely administers intramuscular, subcutaneous, and oral medications as ordered.4. Consults with the Provider or Registered Nurse to seek guidance in delivery of nursing care, as necessary.5. Obtains instruction and supervision as necessary from the Provider or Registered Nurse when implementing nursing technique or practices.6. Performs designated therapeutic procedures to patients as needed.7. Accurately observes, records and reports to the Provider, all patient concerns, symptoms, reactions and progress in a timely manner.8. Assists Providers and the Registered Nurse with examinations and procedures, as assigned.9. Utilizes available supplies in a cost-effective manner to help contain patient costs.10. Provide emotional support to patients and/or families.11. Participate in problem solving and decision making in the outpatient unit. Act to ensure staffing and patient needs are met.12. Obtain medical information from patients. Take height, weight, blood pressure, and vital signs of the patient. Screen patient for chief complaint and pertinent health data. Record data gathered in patient’s medical record and communicate data gathered to physician.13. Works closely with office assistant and physician to facilitate patient's clinic visit. Ensure patient's chart is available. Escort patients to and from exam room. Assist with scheduling when necessary.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.1. Heavy/Hard work: Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, positioning of patients, standing, walking; carrying of patients, materials and equipment weighing 40+lbs. This is performed on a daily basis.WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.1. Standard clinical environment. Volume of patients is very high. Position is frequently exposed to bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, toxins, and chemicals.Additional Job Description:Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Shift:Exempt/Non-Exempt:United States of America (Non-Exempt)Company:STJ St. Joseph's HospitalCost Center:8247 STJ Surgery PodiatryAddress:1 Amalia DriveBuckhannonWest VirginiaEqual Opportunity EmployerWest Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively \"WVUHS\") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.