LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN): UT Med Group

Performs nursing duties in accordance with LPN Tennessee licensure, and carries out assigned nursing procedures for patient care and comfort. Takes and records patient vital signs. Prepares exam room for use and sterilizes equipment and supplies. Assists physicians with procedures and patient care, and schedules procedures when required. Handles triage calls for physician to include determining emergencies, identifying symptoms and using judgment to determine walk-in-appointments. Refills routine prescriptions after review of medical chart.

KEY RESULT AREAS (KRA’s)

¨ Assesses patient

¨ Provides patient education/resources

¨ Patient procedures

¨ Prepares exam room

¨ Renews prescription

¨ Manages clinical equipment

¨ Obtains pre-certification/authorization

¨ Effective telephone triage

¨ HIPPA/regulatory compliance

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

¨ Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; 1 – 2 years of experience preferred

¨ Current AHA Healthcare Provider (BCLS)

¨ Knowledge of medical terminology of diseases and treatment

¨ Medical assessment skills

¨ Ability to apply aseptic tech and sterilization

¨ Knowledge of IDX system – Scheduling/Registration

¨ Excellent written and verbal communication skills

¨ Office/Clinic experience required

Current Openings In: ENT, Peds, Medicine and OB/GYN