LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

Princeton Sports and Family Medicine, P.C.; Lawrence Township (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO Bank

401(k) matching

Job summary

SmartRecruiters, Inc. is seeking a newly licensed practical nurse (LPN) for a full-time position in New Jersey. This role is ideal for a newly qualified LPN or someone with 1–3 years of experience, offering an hourly pay range and immediate start.

Pay Range: $15 to $19 per hour, depending on experience. Benefits include a PTO Bank and 401(k) with company match; medical/dental coverage is not included at this time. Evening and Saturday morning hours may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus one year of technical training.
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license or pending license required.
• Familiarity with EMR systems (eClinicalWorks preferred).
• HIPAA/Meaningful Use knowledge is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Record vital signs and discuss health concerns under supervision.
• Prepare patients for examination and perform basic tests.
• Assist physicians with procedures and documentation.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and accurate medical records.
• Pre-certify diagnostics and convey treatment instructions to patients.
• Keep supplies stocked and equipment maintained; assist with office tasks.
• Adhere to safety standards and comply with regulations.
• Support patients with information and assistance as needed.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Interpersonal skills

Maintain Schedules

Confidentiality

Physical Effort

Record Keeping

Tactful Communication

Adhere to Standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year of technical training

Tools

eClinicalWorks

EMR systems

Job description

Our practice is a made up of board certified, non-operative sports medicine specialists and primary care physicians dedicated to helping our patients function at their best. We diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses, as well as practice preventative medicine. Our staff takes pride in going above and beyond what is required to ensure that each patient is focused on their recovery and continued wellness.

Job Description

Growing and busy Sports Medicine and Family practice is seeking newly Licensed Practical Nurse professionals to join our patient oriented team.

Job Title: LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

Full Time: Immediate Need

IDEAL for a newly qualified LPN or LPN with 1-3 years experience.

Pay Range: $15 to $19 per hour, depending on experience.

Company Benefits include a PTO (Paid Time Off) Bank & 401(k) retirement plan with a company match. At this time, the company does not offer a medical/dental plan.

Occasional evening and Saturday morning hours may be required.

Job Summary:

Under immediate supervision, supports physicians in the provision of patient care by: recording vital signs, discussing chief health concerns, performing testing, and administering injections; assists with procedures and documentation.

Helps patients by providing information, services, and assistance.

Job Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Verifies patient information by interviewing patient;
  recording medical history; confirming purpose of visit.
  
• Prepares patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature; reporting patient history summary.
  
• Saves physician's time by helping with office procedures as requested.
  
• Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records; and keeping patient information confidential.
  
• Counsels patients by transmitting physician's orders and questions about treatment.
  
• Pre-certifies diagnostics procedures and communicates instructions to patients.
  
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
  
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; requesting new supplies; and verifying receipt.
  
• Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
  
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications.
• Serves and protects the practice by adhering to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements.
• Enhances practice reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics:

• Knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Very Good Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills
• Ability to Maintain Schedules
• Ability to Maintain Confidentiality
• Ability to exert Physical Effort, Standing, Lifting, and Carrying Material or Equipment
• Ability to File and Retrieve Information
• Ability to Respond to Questions in a Tactful and Professional Manner
• Ability / Willingness to Adhere to the Established Departmental Service Standards

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and experience equivalent to:

High school diploma or equivalent, plus one (1) year of technical training

LPN License or pending license is required.

Familiarity with eClinicalWorks and/or other EMR systems is a plus.

Knowledge of HIPAA, Meaningful Use or MACRA is an asset.

Normal medical office environment.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.