Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Description

Position Summary:

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions as an assistant to physicians and other professionals in the provision of primary care.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintains confidentiality of patients and corporate information;

Performs baseline assessment of patients;

Prepares patients for examination and treatments;

Assists in the collection and recording of pertinent clinical and social data for patients through interviews and physical measurements;

Administers medications and treatment per written orders;

Registers patients, retrieves records and triages. Ensures EMR data is complete;

Collects specimen when necessary;

Performs EKGs;

Provides patient teaching and self-care instructions;

Orders medical supplies to ensure and maintain constant patient flow;

Processes referrals including scheduling, follow-up notification, and report retrieval;

Assists in the primary care management of individuals and families through the maintenance of logs and tracking systems;

Must be familiar with vaccines for children;

Accurately documents and codes all services provided within the allotted time frame;

Attends in-service and staff development programs.

Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited program in practical nursing.

Current registration to work as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Alabama.

At least one year of clinical experience in a pediatric outpatient setting is preferred.

Maintains current license on file.

Must have basic computer skills.Company Description

What is Quality of Life Health Services?

- A private, non-profit corporation committed to community service.

- A medical home for you and your family.

- A health care provider with 24 locations serving 18 counties in Alabama.

- An organization with more than 45 years experience in health care.

- A primary care provider offering a broad base of ancillary services.

- A caring company serving to offer excellent customer service.