MEDICATION RECONCILIATION LPN - INPATIENT PHARMACY - FT

Jefferson Regional; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Health Insurance

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Matching Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Career growth

Job summary

Jefferson Regional Pharmacy Department in Pine Bluff, AR seeks a Medication Reconciliation LPN to obtain accurate patient medication histories through direct interviews, review of medication bottles, and cross-checking with external records.

You will update the electronic medical record, collaborate with care teams, and ensure safe, complete medication info for inpatient care, with emphasis on accuracy and timely documentation.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical Diploma in practical nursing required.
• LPN licensure in Arkansas required.
• BLS/CPR required upon hire.
• Safety sensitive position.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients, families, or caregivers to obtain medication history.
• Review medication bottles and patient lists for accuracy.
• Access external records and contact pharmacies to clarify information.
• Update the medical record to reflect precise medication history.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Professional communication

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma

Technical Diploma in practical nursing

Associate degree in practical nursing (preferred)

Graduated from accredited practical nursing program

Arkansas LPN licensure

BLS/CPR certification

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Healthcare software

Job description

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What You Should Know About the Medication Reconciliation LPN:

• Typical hours can vary depending on department needs.
• This position is based within Jefferson Regional Pharmacy Department

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Inpatient Pharmacy Operations Manager, the Medication Reconciliation LPN obtains accurate, current patient medication information through direct patient, family, or caregiver interviews. This role will provide a thorough examination of medication bottles. The Med Rec LPN will review of patient provided lists, computer generated external medication history information, information from other healthcare facilities by contacting pharmacies to obtain and/or clarify medication information and supplements. They will update the medical record to reflect accurate medication history.

Medication Reconciliation LPN Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical Diploma in practical nursing required.
• Associate Degree in practical nursing preferred.
• Graduated from an accredited practical nursing program required.
• Current LPN Licensure with the Arkansas State Board of Nursing.
• BLS/CPR required upon hire.
• This is a safety sensitive position. *
• Minimum Requirements
  • Exhibits flexibility and ability to function under pressure
  • Displays close attention to detail, ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and the ability to meet deadlines and work with frequent interruptions.
  • Demonstrates the ability to address and resolve conflict in a professional manner by following the appropriate chain of command
  • Demonstrates organizational skills while requiring limited supervision
• Preferred Requirements
  • Previous experience in medication reconciliation, clinical nursing, or other related field preferred.
  • Proficiency in using electronic health records and other healthcare software
  • 3+ years of experience working as an LPN in a hospital setting preferred.

Benefits & Perks: your health and happiness matters! We offer:

• Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Matching Retirement Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career growth
• And much, much, more!

Jefferson Regional complies with applicable Federal Civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

*Safety Sensitive Position Definition: The essential duties of the job require the employee to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner. A lapse in attention to detail may constitute a threat to health or safety resulting in injury, illness, or death. This position prohibits the current use of any illegal drugs.