License Practical Nurse PEDS

General Summary:

With independent or guided direction, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for assisting primary care providers-physicians and mid-level providers by providing general nursing care, patient screening, and clinical support specifically for infant – adolescent patients. Performs laboratory procedures by following specific instructions, standard procedures, and techniques.

Employment Status: Hourly – FSLA Non-Exempt Status

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Obtains the vital signs, tests for glucose, urinalysis, pregnancy, hemoglobin of patients, and records all findings in EMR progress notes.
• Prepares patients for examinations.
• Assists the physician with health checks.
• Prepares and administers vaccines for infants and children.
• Enters required data within GRITS and EMR.
• Patient teaching about medications and procedures.
• Assists the Providers with medical procedures.
• Generates request to replenish stock, and inventories medical supplies and medications.
• Communicates with hospitals, pharmacies, health departments, clinics, and private doctor offices.
• Gives immunizations, injections, and oral medications under the supervision of the physician.
• Coordinates referrals between Specialty Providers.
• Scans hardcopy medical documents into EMR and label.
• Phlebotomy
• Assists in answering phones.
• Works at other locations to fill in during staffing shortages as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of OSHA guidelines.
• Skill in preparing and maintaining records.
• Knowledge of medical procedures, medications, and terminology.
• Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods, and techniques of medicine to provide ongoing patient care.
• Ability to communicate clearly and react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Typical Working Conditions:

• Frequent contact with staff, patients, and the public.
• Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medical preparations, and other conditions common to a clinical environment.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer in a normal office environment.
• Work may be stressful at times and may require occasional evening or weekend work.

HIPAA Disclosure:

This position has access to systems and/or services that contain protected health information (PHI) as defined by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. Additionally, the position ensures and adheres to strict confidentiality when handling patient information, according to the HIPAA Privacy Act and supporting GAPHC policies and procedures.

Reporting Relationship: Physician / Physician Assistant

Supervisory Relationship: None