LPN-Licensed Practical Nurse

Metropolitan Charities, Inc.; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Metro Health Center in Saint Petersburg, FL is seeking a licensed practical nurse to provide direct nursing services in a community-based setting. The role involves on-site care, performing intake, venipuncture, vaccinations, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality patient outcomes.

You will document all care in electronic medical records, maintain HIPAA compliance, and support HIV/HCV and STI testing.

Qualifications

• Current Florida LPN license.
• Minimum of 2 years of LPN experience preferred.
• At least 1 year of phlebotomy and injection experience.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs medical intake procedures including vital signs and risk assessments.
• Records symptoms, reactions, treatments and changes in patient’s conditions.
• Completes physician orders including venipuncture lab draws, injections, vaccinations.
• Documents all patient care in EMR per protocols.
• Provides health education counseling for all patients.
• Maintains confidentiality per HIPAA and guidelines.
• Reviews patient charts to ensure documentation is current and complete.
• Collaborates with METRO team to coordinate patient services.
• Utilizes resources cost-effectively.
• Assists in all clinical areas within scope of practice.
• Conduct HIV/HCV and STI testing in office.
• Docs all services in EMR and timely patient contacts.
• Works with providers and team for seamless access to onsite treatment.
• Maintains records and forms per guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation

EMR systems

Medical terminology

Teamwork

HIPAA compliance

Education

LPN license (Florida)

CPR certification

Tools

eClinical Works

Job description

Statement of Purpose:

This position will be based primarily on-site at a Metro Health Center location, working in a unique community-based setting where we are providing Primary Care and additional supportive services. This position provides direct nursing services and procedures to patients; works as part of a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient quality of life though competent medical intervention; and ensures all documentation is compliance with professional and legal standards.

Primary Tasks/Responsibilities:

• Performs medical intake procedures including taking vital signs, reviewing medical history, and completing risk assessments.
• Records and reports symptoms, reactions, treatments and changes in patient’s conditions.
• Completes all physician orders including venipuncture lab draws, medication administration, vaccinations, injectables, etc.
• Documents all patient care in an accurate, timely, legible manner in compliance with Nursing Department protocols.
• Completes health education counseling for all patients.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding patient and/or family in accordance with established protocols.
• Reviews charts of patients to ensure all necessary documentation is present, current, and complete to facilitate and triage visit.
• Collaborates with METRO team members to coordinate patient services.
• Utilize resources in a cost-effective manner.
• Provides assistance in all clinical areas within scope of practice, as needed.
• Conduct HIV/HCV and STI testing in office.
• Complete accurate and immediate documentation of all performed services in electronic medical records system, along with ongoing timely documentation of all patient contacts and communication.
• Work succinctly with medical providers, members of patient’s treatment team, and other agency personnel to ensure patients’ seamless access to onsite treatment.
• Maintain required records, files, and forms in an organized manner and in accordance with HIPAA and other state, local, and federal guidelines
• Other relevant related duties as assigned.

Education/Professional:

• Current Florida LPN license
• Minimum of 2 years of LPN experience preferred
• At least 1 year of phlebotomy and injection experience
• Current CPR certification

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required:

• Demonstrates knowledge of documentation protocols.
• Demonstrates knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, medications, and accepted treatment practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to recognize and adhere to professional boundaries and standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of an integrated team.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced and changing environment, and skilled at multi-tasking.
• Ability to apply principals of health promotion and disease prevention.
• Strong computer skills and knowledge including word processing, database operations, spreadsheets, and other software systems, including electronic medical records (experience with eClinical Works preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and professionally with individuals from varied backgrounds and experiences.

Requirements:

• Must possess and maintain valid Florida driver’s license and proof of insurance
• Must have reliable and accessible auto vehicle.
• Must pass Level II background check (https://info.flclearinghouse.com) and employment eligibility verification through the U. S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify system, https://e-verify.uscis.gov/emp.