Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (PRN/RELIEF)

Southwest Health System - Cortez, CO

Full-time - Entry Level

Cortez, CO

Hospitals

About the position

The position involves performing a variety of office duties to assist the physician in office procedures, patient communication, completing necessary paperwork, and scheduling and referring patients for tests and treatments. Alternatively, the role may involve functions of a clinic assistant, working under the direction, guidance, and supervision of a licensed physician or nurse. This includes assisting in planning, providing, and evaluating nursing care for patients in coordination with other health disciplines. Responsibilities also include preparing patients and assisting the physician with minor surgical procedures, taking vitals such as blood pressure, pulse, and temperature, maintaining inventory of supplies, and sterilizing instruments and equipment. The role may also involve completing lab tests and/or x-rays within the scope of CMA credentials. Certification from a nationally approved accreditation body is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the physician in office procedures and patient communication.
• Complete necessary paperwork and schedule patients for tests and treatments.
• Function as a clinic assistant under the supervision of a licensed physician or nurse.
• Assist in planning, providing, and evaluating nursing care for patients.
• Prepare patients and assist the physician with minor surgical procedures.
• Take patient vitals such as blood pressure, pulse, and temperature.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Complete lab tests and/or x-rays as per CMA credentials.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current Colorado LPN license.
• Current BLS certification.
• A minimum of one year applicable clinic setting experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Additional languages preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills.