LPN - Outpatient - Bariatrics

Carilion Clinic; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Carilion Clinic is seeking a dedicated LPN for the outpatient Bariatrics department in Roanoke, Virginia. As a practical nurse, you will provide essential nursing support, conduct patient assessments, and assist in various medical procedures in a clinic environment.

The ideal candidate will have a graduate degree from an accredited nursing program and current licensure in Virginia. Join us in transforming healthcare by delivering quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of practical nursing required.
• Current licensure as a Practical Nurse in Virginia required.
• One year experience in a physician office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides practical nursing support in clinic settings.
• Completes patient assessments including vital signs.
• Administers medications as directed by providers.

Skills

Practical nursing support

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Communication skills

Computer systems utilization

Education

Graduate of accredited school of practical nursing

Able to sit for Virginia licensure exam

Tools

Electronic medical records

Lab procedures

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

## LPN - Outpatient - BariatricsApplyremote type: Fully In-Personlocations: Roanoke, Virginiatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: May 28, 2026 (13 days left to apply)job requisition id: R157972## **Employment Status:**Full time## **Shift:**Day (United States of America)## **Facility:**3 Riverside Cir - Roanoke## **Requisition Number:**R157972 LPN - Outpatient - Bariatrics (Open)# **How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare:**Monday - Friday 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.* Coordinates tele-retinal and tele-dermatology clinic set up.* 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.* **LAB** (if applicable)* Performs lab procedures as directed by the provider including phlebotomy, peripheral sticks, collecting and preparing urine specimens, throat smears; conduct lab testing onsite after appropriate training, including waived and moderate complexity studies.* Prepares equipment to begin testing lab specimens. Runs daily quality control tests as directed by lead clinical/lab staff.* Adheres to quality control measures with all lab procedures, performing proficiency testing and conducting control testing and calibration on all equipment. Maintains Q/A Plan. Prepares equipment to begin testing lab specimens. Runs daily quality control test as directed by the clinical/lab staff.* **RADIOLOGY** (if applicable)* Performs x-ray procedures as directed by the provider. Takes measures to prevent excessive exposure to patient and self. Completes all documentation and labeling of x-rays.* 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.