Wellness LPN
West Florida Medical Center Clinic · Pensacola, Florida, US
Description JOB SUMMARY The Wellness LPN is responsible for assisting the physician* with direct patient care and conducting health risk assessments. ESSENTI...
Job description
Description JOB SUMMARY: The Wellness LPN is responsible for assisting the physician* with direct patient care and conducting health risk assessments. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Identify self to internal and external customers by wearing identification badge at all times. - Greet patients with courtesy and respect. Answer questions and direct requests appropriately and efficiently. - Assist physician* with direct patient care; assist with exams. - Update the patient’s medical / family history, drug allergies, and current medications. - Update patients list of providers - Conduct health risk assessments and screenings (vitals, basic hearing/ vision) - Complete depression and cognitive impairment questionnaires. - Provide patient education and coordinate follow-up. - Discuss Advanced Care Planning at patient’s discretion. - Document exam and treatment protocol. - Maintain schedule for AWV clinic patients - Call in prescriptions to pharmacy if appropriate. - Adjust schedules according to physician* request. - Anticipate departmental needs and improve office efficiency by assisting other staff as necessary. - Complete office with appropriate diagnosis/CPT code and submit...