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McLeod Health · 3 hours ago

Physician Office - FT - LPN - McLeod Internal Medicine - Dillon

301 E Jackson St, Dillon, SC, 29536, US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

McLeod Health is a not-for-profit organization with a strong medical staff and a commitment to patient care. They are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to assist physicians in assessing patient needs and providing direct patient care in a busy office environment.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Assists the physician in assessing the needs of patients based on data collected through history, observation, physical exam, telephone triage and analysis of diagnostic data:

Performs direct patient care, i.e. triage, assessment, procedures, treatments, patient education, discharge and follow-up instructions. Prepares patient to be seen by physician

Formulates the initial database by systematically collecting pertinent information through communication with patient and family, observation, and objective evaluation. This includes vital signs, history, and chief complaint, and documentation of all relevant information in the patient’s chart

Records database in patient’s medical record as appropriate

Performs specialized tests such as audiometry, electrocardiography, inhalation treatments, and selected laboratory procedures as needed in practice

Prepares medications and gives injections as ordered by the physician

Assists physician with treatments and procedures as needed

Provides patient education appropriate to the situation

Schedules testing and referral appointments for patients per physician instructions

Consults with patient on telephone calls whether addressing the problem or referring the call to the physician

Performs follow-up calls to patients as necessary

Cleans and straightens examination rooms between patients according to OSHA standards

Keeps all necessary instruments clean and in examination rooms

Sets up and maintains equipment and immediately notifies the physician office manager or appropriate personnel of any malfunction

Maintains medical supply inventory, checks expiration dates on drugs and vaccines and disposes of outdated medications. Orders all medical supplies and assists drug representatives as needed

Develops and maintains a working knowledge of all equipment needed to perform duties

Possesses skills and abilities required in a multifaceted environment in addition to those relating to nursing:

Promotes a climate conducive to learning through encouragement of co-worker’s formal and informal continuing education

Assists with overall review of quality of patient care by performing chart audits and prescribed data collection

Actively participates in departmental QA projects. Promotes the practice mission and philosophy

Promotes the practice by projecting a positive image

Demonstrates a willingness to perform the duties of other department personnel when workload requires

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Licensed Practical NurseBasic Life SupportComputer skills

Required

Computer skills required

Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire

Basic Life Support

Licensed Practical Nurse

Company

McLeod Health

Glassdoor3.6

McLeod Health is a hospital network serving.

Founded in 1906

Florence, South Carolina, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.mcleodhealth.org/

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