Job Description
Job Description
Cahaba Medical Care Foundation
Position : Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Supervised by : Nurse Practitioner / RN
Duties and Responsibilities
- Triages all patients prior to the physician encounter including obtaining a weight, vital
signs, chief complaint, and ensuring completion of appropriate intake forms.
Administers injections as ordered by the physician or nurse practitionerPrepares the examination room and the necessary supplies for various procedures andis able to assist the physician or nurse practitioner as needed in the execution of those
procedures including but not limited to gynecologic procedures, joint injections, minor surgical
procedures, and suturing
Takes x-rays when ordered by the physician or nurse practitioner.Assists the receptionist in answering phones, returning calls, refilling prescriptions,scheduling appointments as needed.
Ensures that medical equipment and supplies stay ordered and stocked in eachexamination room (manages inventory)
Assists in making referral appointments and setting up outpatient imaging as ordered bythe physician or nurse practitioner.
Assists with patient paperwork including patient assistance, diabetic supplies, durablemedical goods forms, FMLA paperwork, etc
Assists with patient education following provider encounter as directed by the physicianChildhood vaccination programAssists with prenatal care coordinationJob is located in the west End Office.
Qualifications
2 year degree as a Licensed Practical NurseThree to five years experience in an outpatient clinical setting.BLS certificationBenefits include : 401K, Health insurance coverage, ETO days, paid holidays