What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN, Gastroenterology Clinic position at Stillwater Medical?
Are you a Licensed Practical Nurse with a heart for patient care? Come join our team and help us take great care of our patients in our very busy Gastroenterology clinic.
We are looking for an LPN who:
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multi-tasks well and maintains accuracy even when working at a fast pace
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is independent and self-directed while working as part of the care team
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is flexible and willing to go wherever needed
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is a rock-star communicator
Why choose Stillwater Medical?
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Competitive wages
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Excellent benefits
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Award-winning Culture - On Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work since 2012
Details:
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This position is full-time, 40 hours per week
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The clinic is open from 8a - 5p, Mon-Thurs and 8a-12p, Friday
JOB SUMMARY:
Provides direct and indirect patient care in the office/clinic setting under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse and/or physician. Communicates effectively with physicians and other team members about patient’s clinical condition including patient symptoms and diagnostic study results. Consistently meets regulatory requirements and standards for nursing in addition to complying with SMC Physician Practice Management policies and procedures. Provides care and communication that meet the needs of each patient and family.
Completes all patient documentation and charges accurately and timely. In some SMC clinics the LPN may be required to coordinate and schedule patient appointments as well as accurately gather and document patient demographic information. Facilitates appropriate communication between back office and front office processes that contribute to successful clinic performance.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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License to practice as LPN in the state of Oklahoma.
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Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
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Previous demonstrated clinical experience in the physician practice setting preferred.
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Understand the ethics of confidentiality and HIPAA regulatory requirements.
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Possess the ability to communicate well with employees, physicians, and general public.
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Ability to manage multiple tasks.
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Current CPR card or completion of course within 30 days of hire.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Adequate vision, or correctable with glasses/contacts, to prepare reports and read written materials.
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Must have strength and stamina for prolonged walking, standing, and dealing with stressful situations.
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Demonstrates adequate vision, or correctable with glasses, to read and write.
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Able to hear, or correctable with hearing devices, and able to talk to converse with others in person and over the phone.
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Able to hear, see, and feel to accurately assess, monitor, and administer care.
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Able to frequently lift at least 60 lbs., reach, pull, push, bend, stoop, and kneel.
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Possess fine motor skills and hand/eye coordination to give care (i.e.: insert catheters, administer medications, and handle instruments and operate equipment).