Outpatient Clinic LPN — $7,500 Sign-On Bonus

SIU Medicine; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $7,500

Job summary

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine seeks an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse for outpatient clinic duties in multiple specialties. The role emphasizes patient care, triage, and close coordination with physicians to ensure smooth clinic flow.

The LPN supports exam preparation, assists during procedures, and manages documentation in the electronic health record, with emphasis on safety and high-quality patient care in a busy outpatient setting.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited LPN program.
• Eligibility for licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Maintain prescribed patient flow and prepare exam rooms for providers.
• Assist with exams and procedures per department guidelines.
• Process prescriptions and refills per provider orders.
• Administer medications under provider direction with patient safety in mind.
• Document patient encounters accurately in the electronic health record.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Nursing procedures

Telephone triage

EHR documentation

Education

LPN program

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

Job description

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine seeks an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse for outpatient clinic duties in multiple specialties. The role emphasizes patient care, triage, and close coordination with physicians to ensure smooth clinic flow.

The LPN supports exam preparation, assists during procedures, and manages documentation in the electronic health record, with emphasis on safety and high-quality patient care in a busy outpatient setting.