LPN OUTPATIENT- Adult Psychiatry

Carilionclinic; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Pension Plan

Paid Time Off

Onsite fitness and wellness

Education and training opportunities

Job summary

Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, VA is seeking an LPN for outpatient adult psychiatry. You will provide nursing support under the physician or mid-level practitioner, perform patient assessments, prepare for exams, administer medications, and help keep the clinical areas clean and organized.

Requires VA LPN license, 1 year clinic experience preferred, BLS-HCP, and EMR proficiency. Full-time day shift at 4434 Electric Rd offers competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Practical Nursing program or eligible to sit for VA licensure.
• 1 year physician office experience preferred.
• Current VA LPN license; BLS-HCP certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing support in physician practice or clinic as directed by the physician.
• Nurse patients of all ages with assessments, specimens, and exams prep.
• Administer medications and injections per provider.
• Maintain clean, stocked, and safe exam and lab areas.
• Document in EMR; update treatment procedures and test results.
• Assist with referrals, authorizations, and lab procedures.
• Observe safety standards and proper waste disposal.
• Provide patient teaching and reinforce provider instructions.
• Contribute to performance improvement activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Keyboarding

EMR proficiency

Patient care

Education

Practical nursing license (LPN) VA

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Employment Status: Full time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Facility: 4434 Electric Rd - Roanoke

Requisition Number: R163029 LPN OUTPATIENT- Adult Psychiatry (Open)

How You'll Help Transform Healthcare

THIS POSITION IS FOR OUTPATIENT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

• Provides practical nursing support in the delivery of quality care for the patient in a physician practice or clinic setting as directed by the physician or mid-level practitioner. Complies with all federal, state, local, Carilion Clinic, and departmental policies and standards as applicable. Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients served.
• Provides nursing care for patients of all ages.
• Completes patient assessment to include height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint, current medications, etc.
• Prepares patient for provider evaluation, including obtaining specimens, positioning for exams, listing medications, assisting during exams and diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Administers medications and injections as directed by the provider.
• Maintains work area, exam, treatment and x-ray rooms and lab in a clean, safe manner; restock with supplies and instruments; sterilize reusable equipment as needed.
• Documents and maintains patient information in the electronic medical record in a timely manner to include update treatment procedures, medication refills, test results, patient concerns, etc.
• Contributes to Carilion Clinic's performance improvement activities.
• Provides patient teaching as indicated and directed by the provider, including lab results, diet instructions, medication instructions, appropriate follow-up, and reinforcing provider instructions as needed.
• Assists with referral authorizations for specialists and pre-authorizations for testing and ancillary services.
• Assists with lab procedures, including collecting urine specimens, collecting and preparing blood samples for reference lab, labeling all specimens with accurate patient ID.
• Observes all safety precautions and standards; assures proper disposal of specimens and contaminated waste.
• Performs any other tasks relating to the operation of the practice that may be assigned or requested for which training has been provided.

What We Require

• Education : Graduate of accredited school of practical nursing required, or new graduate of approved program eligible to sit for the Virginia licensure exam.
• Experience : One (1) year experience in a physician office preferred.
• Licensure/Certification : Current licensure as a Practical Nurse in the State of Virginia (LPN) required. Licensure as a Radiologic Technician Limited if performing radiology. Current AHA BLS-HCP certification required.
• Other : Customer driven. Demonstrates a positive demeanor, good verbal and written communication skills, and a professional appearance and approach. Must have the ability to problem-solve and communicate with a wide variety of people in an effective manner. Must exhibit skills to utilize automated computer systems, including electronic medical records. Keyboarding skills required for automated computer systems, including electronic medical records.

Compensation Range

$21.61 - $30.25 Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies

Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That's why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life - at work and when you're away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, we'll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training