LPN

At Grafton City Hospital, we are committed to providing exceptional healthcare services with compassion, integrity, stability, vision, and innovation. Since 1945, our hospital has been the cornerstone of the Grafton community, serving patients and families with personalized care and advanced medical treatment. As one of the largest employers in Taylor County with over 100 dedicated and caring employees, we are committed to employing our talents and abilities to solve any challenges our patients and communities face. Grafton City Hospital is centrally located less than 30 miles from Morgantown, Bridgeport, and Fairmont, WV. 

The Licensed Practical Nurse performs all nursing functions within the scope of practice of an LPN in the clinic setting to facilitate patient flow and care by the provider. Performs a variety of activities characterized by change and short duration in caring for patients, including scheduling, triage, working with a variety of providers, authorizations, and referrals. Will be trained and work in a Primary Care Clinic when needed.

• Ensures proper documentation of treatment(s) and patient information is ready for each provider
• Provides follow-up patient care by communicating test results to patients and relaying the provider's plan of care.
• Identifies the health education needs of patients; develops and implements a specific teaching plan appropriate to age and/or developmental stage.
• Uses the computer and telephone to communicate effectively and accurately document medical and demographic information.
• Provides front desk assistance, such as answering phones, filing, making appointments.
• Distributes sample medications to patients under the direction of the provider, explaining risks, benefits, side effects, and instructions.
• Follows up on ordered tests by obtaining results and relaying them to the provider.
• Schedules appointments and ancillary services for related and follow-up patient care
• Collects and records patient history from visits to both internal and external offices and prepares chart prep for the next office visit. This is to include patient allergies, medication list, patient, and family medical/surgical history.
• Conveys information to provider; obtains and reviews orders; seeks provider input as needed.
• Working under the general direction and instruction from the providers and RN on staff. Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Assists providers with exams/procedures, including cleaning, preparing, and stocking exam rooms and equipment throughout the day.
• Places orders for clinical supplies with manager approval. Restocks shelves and performs inventories. Assures sufficient and appropriate stock of supplies.
• Contact insurance companies as needed for prior approval for procedures, tests, immunizations, etc.
• Properly collects and delivers specimens to a hospital laboratory for testing.
• Manages stock of drug samples, assuming accountability for documentation, records, and inventory.
• Performs procedures such as injections, CLIA waived testing, and venipuncture.
• Follows proper protocol for all medical tests, procedures, and use of equipment.
• Protects patient rights to privacy and confidentiality.
• Attends Monthly/Quarterly Staff meetings
• Will perform Quality Control Report for Clinical Providers
• Performs related duties as assigned by the Clinic Manager.

Educational Requirements and Certifications
• Graduate of an approved program of practical nursing.
• Current West Virginia State Nursing license is required.
• Must possess CPR certification.
• BLS Certification within the orientation period.

Experience
• One-year experience in a clinic, emergency dept., or medical office setting, preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred
• Authorizations and referral experience is required.
• Patient scheduling knowledge is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of general theory and practice
• Ability to work and deal effectively with others.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and adapt to each provider.
• Experience using EHR
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
 

Grafton City Hospital is an Equal-Opportunity employer.