What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position at Center for Pain Management?
Job Summary:
Center for Pain Management is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with experience or interest in pain management to join our team. The LPN will assist our clinic provider and serve as a liaison between the provider and patients in order to provide outstanding patient care and support.
Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Support:
- Rooming patients
- Assist provider with clinic-based procedures
- Review patient charts and medication history, particularly related to chronic pain conditions and controlled substances.
- Provide patient education
- Assist with prior authorizations, medication refills, and documentation of narcotic agreements and compliance.
Telephone Triage:
- Answer and return patient phone calls promptly and professionally.
- Assess patient symptoms and concerns over the phone using clinical judgment and approved protocols.
- Determine the urgency of symptoms and provide appropriate advice, including referral to physician or emergency care.
Care Coordination:
- Communicate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other care team members regarding patient needs.
- Coordinate appointments, follow-ups, and referrals.
- Monitor and track pain management plans, urine drug screens, and prescription monitoring program compliance.
Documentation:
- Accurately document all phone interactions and clinical decisions in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Maintain up-to-date and compliant nursing documentation per clinic policy.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Valid LPN license
Experience:
- Experience in pain management, primary care, or a triage nursing role preferred.
Skills:
- Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills.
- Ability to assess patient needs remotely.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills.
- Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR/EMR).
- Knowledge of chronic pain conditions, opioid safety, and triage protocols a plus.
Schedule:
- Part-time
- Wednesday - Thursday - Friday
Pay: $25.00 - $31.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
Medical Specialty:
- Pain Medicine
Physical Setting:
- Clinic
Experience:
- LPN: 5 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- LPN (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $31