PRN Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Akron, OH

Marathon Health; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Marathon Health in Akron, Ohio seeks an LPN to work with a concierge physician and deliver high-quality care for corporate clients. You will support front and back office duties and ensure physicians have the resources to provide an exceptional patient experience.

Clinical duties include interviewing patients, recording assessments in EMR, venipuncture, basic lab tests, and assisting with procedures, while using diagnostic equipment such as EKG as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and formal nursing training completed.
• 2+ years’ experience as an LPN, preferably in primary care.
• Current BLS certification and active nursing license in the applying state.

Responsibilities

• Support physician in clinical and administrative functions.
• Interview patients and document assessments in EMR.
• Perform venipuncture, basic tests and assist procedures.
• Maintain clean, stocked exam rooms and ensure patient comfort.

Skills

LPN experience

BLS certification

Nursing license

Phlebotomy skills

EKG

Injections

Office-based procedures

Education

High school diploma

Formal nursing training program

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Marathon Health is a leading advanced primary care provider, partnering with employer and union plan sponsors to improve health for millions of Americans. With nationwide onsite, nearsite, and network health centers, and virtual primary care, Marathon delivers a value-based model that enhances the healthcare experience for members and providers, while driving meaningful cost savings for plan sponsors. Marathon is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®, reflecting the company's commitment to building an inclusive, high-trust culture where all employees can thrive. Learn more at marathon.health

About The Job

The LPN works with a concierge physician to provide healthcare services for corporate clients to ensure excellent care and experience for our patients. Marathon Health nurses are responsible for front and back-office duties, including assessing patients, informing the physician of changes and assuring Marathon Health physicians have the resources and tools necessary to be successful. Because this is a highly visible position, the nurse must be a resource for the patient and accept responsibility for meeting satisfaction goals.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Support physician in clinical and administrative functions

Clinical

• Interview patients to obtain medical information and report findings to physician
• Record patient’s assessments into an Electronic Medical Record.
• Perform venipuncture and basic laboratory tests and work with contracted labs for additional tests
• Assist with medical procedures
• Utilize diagnostic and therapeutic medical equipment (e.g. O2 therapy, EKG, etc.)
• Keep exam rooms clean, disinfected and stocked with supplies needed for examinations

Administrative

• Maintains patient flow in accordance scheduling and incoming / outgoing calls
• Help coordinate specialist visits, referrals, and other care outside of the clinic
• Retrieves messages and responds to calls from patients, pharmacies, and other medical offices as delegated by physician
• Fulfill medical record requests and abstraction
• Make the medical visit a positive and supportive experience for each patient

Qualifications

Highschooldiploma required plus graduationfrom aformaltrainingprogram and 2+ years’experience preferred as an LPN, ideally in primary care. Current BLS certification and nursing license to practice in the state for which you are applying. Must be abletogiveinjections,complete EKGs,and perform other office-basedprocedures. Must have exceptional phlebotomy skills.

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES

• Passionateabouttransformingthewayhealthcareisdelivered
• Desireto improvethequalityofcare forpeople
• Enjoysworkinginacollaborativeteamenvironmentwherepatientscomefirst
• Excitedtoworkinaninnovativeprimarycare deliverymodel
• Entrepreneurialspiritandapassionforcreatinganddrivingbestpracticesincare
• Willingness to gotheextramile for patients

Pay Range: $24.00-30.00/hr

The actual offer may vary dependent upon geographic location and the candidate’s years of experience and/or skill level.