Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Medical Assistant-Certified, Pain Center

Care New England Health System - Clinton, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Clinton, IL

Hospitals

About the position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Medical Assistant-Certified position at the Pain Center in Clinton, Illinois, involves providing nursing care procedures, conducting initial patient assessments, and assisting physicians in patient care. The role requires strong communication and documentation skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with healthcare providers and patients. The position offers a sign-on bonus and is focused on delivering quality patient care in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Collects and documents data regarding physical, psychological, and educational needs of patients of all ages.
• Differentiates among emergent, urgent, and non-urgent patients.
• Identifies signs or symptoms indicating significant variance and reports to Provider.
• Establishes priorities in clinic setting and collaborates with Provider regarding plan of care.
• Educates patients in the plan of care and coordinates communication with patients and/or their families.
• Screens telephone calls from patients and evaluates for referral.
• Conducts pre-authorization for medication and ordered tests; completes appropriate forms.
• Schedules specialized procedures at the hospital and monitors need for follow-up.
• Arranges outside laboratory tests.
• Assists physicians by preparing patients and setting up equipment.
• Shares daily scheduling of patients with acute and/or urgent problems with nursing staff.
• Performs as a team nurse with Providers.
• Reports ideas, concerns, and problems to Manager/Coordinator.
• Scans and accurately indexes patient records from outside sources in the electronic health record for Provider signature.
• Reviews patient medical records from previous physician to incorporate pertinent information into patient's completed chart.
• Under supervision of a Physician, provides and documents care according to established standards of practice, policies, and procedures, and follows Physician orders.
• Prepares equipment for diagnosis and treatment; prepares patients.
• Performs blood draws, treatments, and screenings, and assists with examinations and minor surgery; sets up and assists with procedures; cleans and sterilizes instruments and equipment as needed.
• Administers medications and immunizations according to established guidelines.
• Runs laboratory controls, keeps lab logs, and maintains OSHA log book.
• Assists in inventory of clinical supplies; checks expiration dates; maintains clean, well-equipped exam rooms, laboratory, and procedure room.
• Assumes personal responsibility for quality patient care, environment of care, and professional development.
• Assists in coordinating and implementing policies in compliance with all regulatory standards.
• Reports ideas and concerns to supervisor concerning improved patient care, customer service, and efficient clinical operations.
• Maintains clean, well-equipped exam room and assists in inventory control.
• Attends meetings, in-services, and continuing education classes; suggests topics and/or conducts nursing in-services.
• Assists with maintenance of patient medical records.
• Demonstrates department-specific competencies, including age-specific competencies for all ages.
• Arranges for medication refills.
• Shares knowledge, nursing skills, experience, and patient education advice with physicians.
• Supports and maintains joint commission standards.
• Attends nursing in-service and continuing education programs.
• Documents vitals, history, meds, procedures, and instructions according to DMH policies and unit standards.
• Demonstrates care and knowledge in medication administration.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current Illinois Licensed Practical Nurse certification.
• Graduate of an approved school of practical nursing.
• Current CPR card.
• Strong computer skills for documentation in electronic medical records.
• Good nursing assessment and judgment skills.
• Good communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to function well with providers, nursing staff, and outside healthcare agencies.
• Ability to understand and explain verbal and written instructions clearly to patients.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies for effective security operations.
• Ability to adjust actions in relation to others' actions.
• Ability to consider costs and benefits of potential actions.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous experience in an ambulatory care setting.

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus Offered