Licensed Practical Nurse Grant

38826 Navicent Health Medical Center - Clinic: Family Medicine

Full time

Yes

40

Monday through Friday ...8-5pm

Pay Range

$25.30 - $37.95

Major Responsibilities:

·         Transports patients from reception area to exam room. Obtains weight, height and blood pressure of patient. Document vitals, medical history, social history, and family history into EMR system.

·         Demonstrates proficiency in the assessment of patient, family, and home environments.

·         Demonstrates proficiency in planning and implementation of memory care.

·         Demonstrates proficiency in documentation procedures including office notes, referrals, and prescription refills. Documents physician/APP orders and referrals into the EMR system.

·         Assists Physician/APP with patient care and family education.

·         Demonstrates proficiency in ordering needed laboratory tests, MRIs’, and other diagnostic test(s) needed for diagnosing or treatment of memory patients in a timely manner for the physician or APP.

·         Orders and maintains needed clinical/administrative supplies.

·         Screens and register patient(s) for appointments.

Marketing of GMN program to other primary care physicians/APPs within the county and other surrounding counties to increase awareness.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

Must hold a current license with the State Board of Licensed Practical Nursing. Current CPR. Computer knowledge and skills is required.

Education Required:

Minimum education of a High School Diploma or GED is required. Completion of a state approved Technical School of Licensed Practical Nursing.

Experience Required:

Twelve months or more of physician office nursing.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

NA

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Must be able to use visual near and distance acuity. Must have verbal ability to communicate in person and over the phone or radio. Must be able to assist co-workers in transfers and transport supplies, patients/residents, or equipment using good body mechanics. Must have functional range of motion of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spines, upper and lower extremities with a grip strength of 60-80 pounds, specific to the job class evaluation. Must be able to forward reach, overhead reach, bend, squat, kneel and change from one position to the other rapidly. Must be able to lift 25-60 lbs. and carry 25-50 pounds specific to job

class evaluation. Must be able to tolerate high noise, busy atmospheres and noxious odors. Must be able to work in noisy environments and be self-directed to complete jobs as ordered. Must be able to remain calm under stressful situations. Must be able to assess and respond to multiple situations simultaneously. Must be able to assist co-workers in multiple overlapping tasks simultaneously. Must be able to prioritize job tasks and organize workspace to be efficient and conducive to completing work tasks as assigned in a timely manner.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program