Outpatient LPN: Direct Nursing, Clinic Support & Phlebotomy

WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center; Vienna (WV); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center in Vienna, WV is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct outpatient nursing care and support to physicians. The role involves screening patients, administering medications, and coordinating with the provider and RN to ensure smooth clinic operations.

Eligibility requires active LPN license and BLS certification. This full-time position offers a busy outpatient setting with opportunities for professional growth and teamwork in a

Qualifications

• Current LPN license issued by the state in which services will be provided or current multi-state LPN license through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct nursing care to patients in an outpatient medical office setting.
• Uses standards of care and standards of practice to guide care delivery.
• Accurately and safely administers intramuscular, subcutaneous, and oral medications as ordered.
• Consults with the Provider or Registered Nurse to seek guidance in delivery of nursing care, as necessary.
• Obtains instruction and supervision as necessary from the Provider or Registered Nurse when implementing nursing technique or practices.
• Performs designated therapeutic procedures to patients as needed.
• Accurately observes, records and reports to the Provider, all patient concerns, symptoms, reactions and progress in a timely manner.
• Assists Providers and the Registered Nurse with examinations and procedures, as assigned.
• Utilizes available supplies in a cost-effective manner to help contain patient costs.
• Provide emotional support to patients and/or families.
• Participate in problem solving and decision making in the outpatient unit. Act to ensure staffing and patient needs are met.
• Obtain medical information from patients. Take height, weight, blood pressure, and vital signs of the patient. Screen patient for chief complaint and pertinent health data. Record data gathered in patient’s medical record and communicate data gathered to physician.
• Works closely with office assistant and physician to facilitate patient's clinic visit. Ensure patient's chart is available. Escort patients to and from exam room. Assist with scheduling when necessary.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse license (LPN)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center in Vienna, WV is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct outpatient nursing care and support to physicians. The role involves screening patients, administering medications, and coordinating with the provider and RN to ensure smooth clinic operations.

Eligibility requires active LPN license and BLS certification. This full-time position offers a busy outpatient setting with opportunities for professional growth and teamwork in a