About the position
The LPN is responsible for providing nursing care consistent with the goals and philosophy of Raleigh General Hospital. The LPN is required to provide professional nursing care and assists in the delivery of health care management for patients. This position requires strong clinical and critical thinking skills. The LPN must be able to multi-task in a very fast paced environment. May be required to help cover other areas as needed.
Responsibilities
- Assisting the healthcare provider in providing direct patient care which includes equipment preparation, assistance and completion of medical treatments, exams, and medical procedures as directed and supervised by the provider.
- Obtaining and updating the patient’s medical history, medication lists, vital signs, height, weight, visual acuity and determining patient’s chief complaint.
- Scheduling of appointments and procedures as ordered by provider.
- Responsible for prescription refills as authorized by provider.
- Obtains insurance pre-authorizations as required for testing and scheduled procedures.
- Maintaining a clean and safe environment in accordance with the policies and procedures of the clinic.
- Administering prescribed oral, inhalation, intramuscular and subcutaneous injections as ordered by the healthcare provider in accordance with clinic policy and procedure requirements.
- Completing safety instructional programs and following accepted safety practices for patients and hospital.
- Reporting all incidents, hazards, drug interactions, and initiating appropriate action.
- Completing assigned job duties within appropriate working hours and managing time wisely.
Requirements
- Must possess excellent interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, willingness to learn, ability to speak clearly, communicate instructions in both oral and written forms.
- Demonstrate the ability to work with patients, families, physicians, mid-level providers, peers, and administrative staff in a tactful and professional manner.
- All employees are required to deliver quality care by providing excellent customer service and participate within a team centered approach toward patient care.
- Must maintain a positive impression of Raleigh General Hospital at all times.
- Demonstrate knowledge of ICD-10, CPT codes, insurance benefits and healthcare backgrounds.
- Must display proficiency in EMR, order entry and other clinic and hospital systems.
- Significant working knowledge of computers, telephones, copy and fax machines.
- Athena and Meditech experience preferred.
- Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to prioritize and organize work areas.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with Athena and Meditech systems.
Benefits
- Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
- Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
- Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
- Educational assistance and tuition assistance for qualified applicants
- Professional development opportunities and CE assistance
- And much more…
