What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse - Neurosciences Pain Management (Full-time MondayFirday) position at Washington Regional Medical Center At North Hills?
Overview
Position Type Full Time
Job Shift Days
Education Level LPN License - Unencumbered
Category Nursing Services
Description
Organization Overview, Mission, Vision, and Values
Our mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education . Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for five consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,400 team members and serve the region with over 40 clinic locations, the region's only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute ; Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute ; Washington Regional Women and Infants Center ; Washington Regional Total Joint Center ; and Washington Regional Pat Walker Center for Seniors .
Position Summary
The role of the Licensed Practical Nurse reports to the Clinic Manager. This position is responsible for providing direct patient care.
Essential Position Responsibilities
- Obtain patient vitals and update patient medical history and medications while inputting data collected into the electronic medical records system
- Perform any necessary CLIA-waived tests
- Clean room after patient use
- Ensure exam rooms are stocked with appropriate materials
- Appropriately process soiled instruments
- Respond timely to patient messages and inquiries
- Obtain insurance prior authorizations for consultation and/or imaging, as needed
- Refill provider-authorized medications via electronic, fax or phone as authorized and appropriate
- Coordinate any appointment and/or procedures with other providers or facilities, as necessary
- Assist front office staff with daily operations, as needed
Qualifications
- Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- Licensure and Certifications: Licensed Practical Nurse license and CPR, required.
- Experience: Previous experience in a nursing role, preferred.
Work Environment : This position will spend 50% of the time standing and/or walking frequent short distances and 40% of time sitting in a standard office environment for data input and 10% of time reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, and/or squatting.
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