Licensed Practical Nurse

LPN Opportunity In Gastroenterology Clinics At Saint Luke's South Hospital

We are looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team in the Gastroenterology clinics at Saint Luke's South Hospital. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, task-oriented, resourceful, and have strong communication skills. The LPN will join the other RNs as Care Team leads. The LPN will provide support for assigned providers, patient care, nursing triage calls, patient education, prior authorizations for infusions / special procedures and compounded drugs, in basket messages, prescription refills, and other duties as assigned.

Provides professional nursing care for clinic patients following established standards and practices. Responsible for screening walk-in patients, telephone screening (with protocols), medication / injection education, and other duties as assigned by respective clinic. Able to work in a team atmosphere, as well as autonomously. Excellent customer service skills and professional demeanor at all times. Delegates tasks to unlicensed assistive personnel UAP in accordance with demonstrated competencies and consideration to Scope of Practice. May be responsible for covering Medical Assistant job duties as needed.

KS & MO LPN License required; if the ideal candidate does not possess dual licensure at time of offer, he / she may be given an offer contingent upon completion of dual licensure within 90 days of start.

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