LPN: Surgical Care & Patient Support

Forefront Dermatology; Elkhorn Precinct (NE); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Forefront Dermatology is seeking a licensed practical nurse to support physicians in a fast-paced dermatology clinic. You will assist with patient care, pre- and post-procedure documentation, and ensure rooms are organized and stocked.

You will triage calls, schedule procedures, and maintain EMR documentation, while upholding patient care standards and privacy. CPR certification and one year of medical office experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• LPN degree from an accredited school.
• Valid State LPN License.
• Maintains CPR Certification.
• 1+ years of recent experience in a medical office preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Able to operate standard office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians with patient care to maximize physician productivity.
• Documents patient progress by taking pre- and post-procedure photographs or 3D-images and uploads documentation into EMR/EHR and patient portal.
• Proactively follows up with patients post-operatively.
• Performs suture and drain removal for post-operative patients as instructed.
• Triages patient calls, documents patient concerns, facilitates appointments, and ensures questions are addressed timely.
• Coordinates scheduling of cosmetic and insurance minor office procedures and assists surgeons during procedures if necessary.
• Inventory management—tracking and managing surgical implants, garments, injectables, and clinic supplies; ensures treatment rooms are stocked appropriately.

Skills

CPR Certification

Basic computer knowledge

Office equipment operation

Education

LPN degree

Valid State LPN License

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Forefront Dermatology is seeking a licensed practical nurse to support physicians in a fast-paced dermatology clinic. You will assist with patient care, pre- and post-procedure documentation, and ensure rooms are organized and stocked.

You will triage calls, schedule procedures, and maintain EMR documentation, while upholding patient care standards and privacy. CPR certification and one year of medical office experience are preferred.