Licensed Practical Nurse

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greets patients and/or family
• Takes vital signs
• Obtain/review medical, social, surgical, medication history and allergy information.
• Prepares patient for examination
• Performs procedures (in office labs: urinalysis, pregnancy testing, strep, electrocardiogram (EKG's)etc.) and reports results to provider
• Communicate information regarding testing, procedures and follow up care to patient in a clear, concise and professional manner.
• Accurately documents all patient information in the medical record according to current guidelines.
• Administers medications as prescribed by provider
• Prepares and cleans the patient area, sets up equipment, cleans and facilitates room set up after a procedure.
• Disposes of contaminated supplies and sterilizes medical instruments.
• Provides a complete patient assessment, as indicated within the scope of the practice.
• Places and receives calls to previously seen patients to evaluate patient progress, gives results of laboratory or radiographic interpretations

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to answer telephone calls and speak to patients pleasantly and courteously.
• Ability to deal with difficult situations positively.
• Basic knowledge of modern office practices, materials and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of medical practice and examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to accept guidance and supervision.
• Ability to compare names and numbers accurately and to make arithmetical computations.
• Some knowledge of insurance requirements and procedures.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Licensed Practical Nursing
• Basic Life Support
• State of Michigan Licensure

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment, physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that
must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions:

• Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.
• Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.
• Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MidMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance.

OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities,and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

INTRODUCTION
Under direct supervision of the Practice Manager, employee will be responsible for performing various clerical duties, assisting with scheduling and assisting with patient care when necessary. This position is an integral part of the patient care team and requires the ability to work
effectively with Providers and ancillary staff to deliver high quality, compassionate patient care. This position must have basic knowledge of primary care symptom management to be able to assess, plan, and deliver timely and appropriate care. May also perform general office duties (keyboarding,
filing, telephone, computer and office equipment) as required by the practice.