Licensed Practical Nurse

Job description

Description Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse: Supervisor: Clinic Lead: Employment Type : Full-Time: FLSA Classification : Non-Exempt: Location: Various: Requirements: SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The position of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for assisting the Provider with patient visits. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The essential functions of the Licensed Practical Nurse position can be divided into the categories of Scribe duties and Circulator duties. During any particular patient visit, the LPN may be responsible for performing some or all of these functions, depending on the nature of the visit, the wishes of the Provider and the presence or absence of a second assistant during the patient visit. The Scribe duties that may be assigned to the LPN include, but are not limited to, the following: (1) Accompanying Provider into the patient examination room and accurately documenting the Provider’s encounter with the patient, including HIP, ROS, Physical Assessment, Education, Lab Orders, Radiology Orders, Assessment/Plan, Billing, and Meaningful Use. The position does not complete charting documentation for prescriptions. (2) Ensuring that the Provider reviews and signs...