Job Summary:

The LPN assists the Physicians and Nurse Practitioner (NP) in various aspects of medical treatment and testing. LPN maintains exam rooms and equipment. Assures an orderly flow of patients to be seen by the Physician and NP. Functions include being part of the patient care team in efforts to achieve goals established for both the individual patient and the clinical service. Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors.

Essential Functions:

• Administers immunizations, and injections as directed by physician and NP.
• Assists in lab procedures under the supervision of physician and NP and based on training received. Performs laboratory and diagnostic procedures, i.e. venipunctures, urinalysis, glucose and hemoglobin assessments and preparation of lab specimens and forwards to appropriate lab for processing.
• Assists patients any time need is apparent or as directed by the physician and NP.
• Assists the physician and NP with patients including preparing patients and the examination rooms, taking initial medical history for the chart, taking vital signs, making lab and x-ray appointments, and explaining the preparations to the patients and documenting same.
• Assists with any procedures listed on Orientation Skills Check List that have been taught through formal training or by NP or physician, i.e. ECG, urine dip stick, etc.
• Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids physician and NP during treatment, examination, and testing of patients in accordance with nursing standards.
• Follow-up on patient calls as directed by physician and NP.
• Gives instructions to patients as instructed by physician and nurse practitioner regarding medications and treatment instructions.
• Keeps Medical Records in accordance with procedures and forms.
• Maintains and keeps examination rooms and treatment areas clean, including re-stocking of necessary medical supplies and instruments, washes and dries instruments used, and prepares sterilization as required.
• Observes, records and reports patients condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians.
• Orders, prepares and inspects patients chart/records. Posts tests and examination results.
• Periodically checks expiration dates on in-house medications and immunizations.
• Provides general nursing care to patients.
• Reports any Patient complaints and billing concerns to Practice Manager.
• Reports any equipment problems to Practice Manager immediately.
• Screens patients for appropriate information.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED 
• Relevant experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Licensed Practical Nurse Certification
• Valid NJ state license to practice practical nursing
• BLS Required
• Bilingual a plus

Schedule: Monday - Friday 9:00am to 5:30pm, 1-2 Saturdays per month 9:00am-3:00pm

*Will have one day off during the week if scheduled for a Saturday shift.