What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse Clinic - Primary Rural Health position at CHRISTUS Health System?
Summary:
A professional who performs under the supervision of a registered professional nurse or physician; assesses, plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates patient care activities. Employee has clinical and/or functional knowledge of the position for which they are accountable, either directly or indirectly through the delegation of tasks. Collaborates with other clinical associates to meet individual needs; using communication and available resources to promote quality, cost-effective care in the Rural Healthcare Clinic.
Responsibilities:
- Assisting with any and all patient care, including taking patient histories and vital signs as needed; setting up for procedures (pap-smears, I&D, suturing minor lacerations) and assisting as needed with these procedures.
- Administration of all medications under the direction of physician orders.
- Answering phone messages from patients and pharmacies for refill authorization.
- Contacting patients and others Agencies with lab results, new medication orders, orders for new routine or stat labs.
- Assists with scheduling of tests, treatments, and referrals as needed.
- Ordering and maintaining inventory supplies, medications, and equipment.
- Responsible for completion and fulfillment of all Kid Med/Community Care requirements to maintain an active program.
- Completes other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Requirements:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Current Louisiana LPN License required.
- BLS Certification required.
Work Schedule:
5 Days - 8 Hours
Work Type:
Full Time