LPN/RN, Clinic Float-$

CGH Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement)

Retirement Fund (457/401A)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

CGH Pharmacy Discount

CGH Vision Center Discount

Job summary

CGH Medical Center is hiring a licensed practical nurse to provide professional nursing care for office patients under the guidance of physicians and RNs. The role supports wellness, documentation, and smooth clinic operations.

The position requires Illinois LPN licensure and BLS certification. Prior medical office experience and blood-draw knowledge are preferred; familiarity with ICD-10/CPT coding is beneficial. Excellent patient communication is essential in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

Qualifications

• Current Illinois Practical Nursing Licensure required.
• Previous Medical Office experience preferred.
• BLS required within 30 days of hire and maintained.
• Thorough knowledge of medical equipment and instruments preferred.
• Prior knowledge in drawing blood preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge preferred.
• Demonstrates ability to document patient needs and assessments.
• Knowledge of age-related care for pediatric, adolescent and geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Gathers data by physical assessment and documents in chart or EMR.
• Reports problems to the physician based on assessment.
• Suggests nursing actions to prevent or address health problems.
• Performs basic nursing care under physician or RN supervision and documents.
• Shares patient progress observations with the physician.
• Instructs patient/family on medications and treatment directions.
• Assigns ICD-10 codes on charge sheets or EMR for billing and monitors CPT coding.

Skills

Nursing care

Documentation

Patient education

Education

Illinois Practical Nursing Licensure

BLS Certification

Tools

EMR

Basic computer knowledge

Job description

Our growth is creating great opportunities! Our team is growing and we want to hire the most talented people we can.

Shift Monday - Friday, Days Scheduled Weekly Hours 32 $7,500 sign on bonus available for external candidates with at least 1 year of experience.

POSITION PURPOSE:

• Following the guidelines of the Illinois Nursing Act and under the direction of the office physician or office Registered Nurse, provides professional nursing care for office patients. Working as a member of the medical office health care team, promotes wellness and quality patient care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Gathers data by physical assessment of persons with a predictable outcome for the physician; documents in chart or EMR if applicable.
• Reports problems based on assessment to the physician.
• Suggests nursing actions that can prevent, reduce, or eliminate health problems to the physician.
• Performs basic nursing care under the direction of the physician or registered nurse, and documents in chart or EMR if applicable.
• Shares observations of the progress of the patient reaching established goals with the physician.
• Instructs patient and family regarding medication and treatment directions for the physician.
• May chart on behalf of the provider when in the exam room. Chart note to include name, title, date and time of the entry. Chart must then be signed off on by the provider.
• Assigns ICD-10 codes on charge sheets or in EMR for billing office and monitors CPT coding to assure proper documentation exists for the physician.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

SPECIALIZED KNOW-HOW & REQUIREMENTS:

• Current Illinois Practical Nursing Licensure required.
• Previous Medical Office experience preferred.
• BLS required within 30 days of hire and must be maintained throughout employment at CGH.
• Thorough knowledge of medical equipment and instruments is strongly preferred.
• Prior knowledge in drawing blood preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge preferred.
• Demonstrates ability to document patient needs and assessments.
• Demonstrates knowledge necessary to provide care appropriate to any age-related needs of the patients served in the physician office.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development appropriate to the patient population served.
• Able to assess and interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s needs and provide the appropriate care, including age-related care, needed by the pediatric, adolescent and/or geriatric patient group.

Compensation Range

$23.20 - $45.00

Available Benefits for Benefit Eligible Positions

• Health and Dental Insurance
• IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund)
• Retirement Fund (457 and 401A Plan)
• Medical and Dependent Care
• Flexible Spending
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Optional Insurances
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Forgiveness
• Gift Shop Discount
• CGH Day Care Discount
• CGH Dietary Discount
• Employee Assistance Program
• CGH Pharmacy Discount
• CGH Vision Center Discount

Thank you for your interest in a career at CGH Medical Center. Extraordinary care. Extraordinary service. Extraordinary people.

Since 1909, CGH Medical Center has been serving Sterling, Rock Falls and the surrounding communities with exceptional quality healthcare. Through the years, there’s been one constant, the passion of our employees for making a difference. As part of CGH, you’ll join a team that’s focused on delivering the best health care and patient experience for all of the communities we serve. From our hospital and Main Clinic to our 16 outlying clinics, our physicians and employees are dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare to our patients, friends and family with outstanding skill and heartfelt compassion. Are you ready to develop, grow, and advance your career in healthcare? Then explore our careers today and get ready to join the team at CGH Medical.