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TRI-MED FAMILY CARE
Licensed Practical Nurse
Job Description
Job Title: LPN
Reports to: Clinical Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Prepared By: HR
Revision Date: January 4, 2024
Mission Statement: To serve God according to His will and purpose by serving our community to the best of our ability with a passion for healthcare and compassion for people.
General Description: Assists with direct patient services in assigned department.
Qualifications
Education:
Associate in nursing.
Experience:
One year of work experience, preferably in a medical office setting.
Certification/License:
Georgia LPN License issued by the State of Georgia Board of Nursing
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe work
environment.
Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments and medications as directed.
Skill in taking vital signs.
Skill in maintaining records.
Skill in establishing/maintaining working relationships with patients, medical staff,
and the public.
Ability to maintain quality control standards.
Ability to react calmly, effectively, and professionally in emergency situations.
Ability to read, understand and respond to detailed oral and written instructions.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Ability to organize and is very detail oriented.
Ability to consistently perform duties as outlined in the job description.
Ability to consistently comply with patient confidentiality 100% of the time.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities: (This list is not all inclusive.)
Obtains patients weight, height, BMI, and vital signs.
Records the chief complaint as stated by the patient and preps accordingly.
Prepares exam rooms or procedure rooms for the provider.
Assists provider as needed during the patient exam or procedure.
Administers medications per TMFC policy and procedure for medical assistants.
At the direction of the provider or following a written provider order, obtain educational materials for the patient.
Calls in/escribes prescriptions, following written provider orders according to applicable state and federal law.
Fills out laboratory and diagnostic testing requests and makes patient appointments following provider orders. Referrals
Documents/maintains accurate data in the medical record according to TMFC policy and procedure.
Administrative grant requirements.
Retrieves Messages from voicemail and addresses accordingly.
Run monthly and daily lab controls.
Clean and sterilize equipment in lab weekly.
Daily lab temperature log (lab and closet)
Maintain sharps containers at a comfortable level.
Swabs-According to purpose.
EKG as needed.
Proper lab specimen preparation and documentation
Injections
Perform CLIA waived tests.
Retrieve paperwork from front bin-Completes or distributes to appropriate provider.
Prior Authorizations
Drug Screens
Lab Draws
Inventory
Order Supplies (Put on PO as needed for weekly purchase)
Urinalysis
Airway Treatment
Return lab/radiology result calls after review by prescribing provider. Reports all critical lab values immediately.
QI/QA policy compliance
Assists with pricing for clinical services for SFS patients prior to performing.
Telemedicine
Chart audit
Patient care follow-up
TEAM DUTIES
Assists other members of the team as needed.
Acts in a professional manner reflecting the mission of Tri-Med Family Care and demonstrates an ability to remain calm during peak periods of activity.
Participates in training and orientation of new employees and on-going.
Communicates clearly, concisely, and accurately, creating a working climate that provides growth and job satisfaction for all personnel.
Works their regular assigned daily schedule and comes to work consistently so as not to put their co-workers in stressful situations by having to cover more than one job on a regular basis
BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS
Compassion - Demonstrates sensitivity for the needs of others by showing appreciation and respect for the dignity of all persons. Shows concern for the appreciation and respect for the dignity of all persons. Shows concern for the feelings of others through actions that express thoughtfulness, attentiveness, and confidentiality.
Service - Anticipates and responds to the needs of patients, visitors, physicians, employees, volunteers, and the community. Recognizes the needs of others and takes appropriate steps
Communication - Expresses and receives, through word, body language and listening skills, all information needed for job performance. Presents information (verbal and/or written) in a clear and concise manner that is easy to hear or read and understand
Fairness - Displays open-mindedness and objectivity in relations with patients, visitors, physicians, employees, volunteers, and the community. Treats all persons justly acting without self-centeredness, prejudice, and favoritism
Courtesy - Demonstrates the hospitality of Tri-Med Family Care through words and behavior.
Cordial - Displays friendliness, kindness, and appropriate manners in interactions with patients, visitors, physicians, employees, volunteers, and the community.
Teamwork - Promotes a spirit of unity which enables the group to work together to achieve a common goal. Takes initiative to perform job and/or assist co-workers, supporting the work of others in accomplishing the mission of TMFC.
Stewardship - Demonstrates efficient and careful use of materials and human resources to carry out the mission of the department and Tri-Med Family Care, in a resourceful and creative manner. Effectively utilizes and is not wasteful of
Infrequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medical preparations, and other conditions common to a clinic environment.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Requires full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours. Requires some exposure to communicable diseases or body fluids.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medical preparations, and other conditions common to a clinic environment
ACCOMMODATION: Tri-Med Family Care has the right to modify the duties and functions of the job description based on the needs of the organization.
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
TRI-MED FAMILY CARE
Licensed Practical Nurse
Job Description
Job Title: LPN
Reports to: Clinical Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Prepared By: HR
Revision Date: January 4, 2024
Mission Statement: To serve God according to His will and purpose by serving our community to the best of our ability with a passion for healthcare and compassion for people.
General Description: Assists with direct patient services in assigned department.
Qualifications
Education:
Associate in nursing.
Experience:
One year of work experience, preferably in a medical office setting.
Certification/License:
Georgia LPN License issued by the State of Georgia Board of Nursing
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe work
environment.
Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments and medications as directed.
Skill in taking vital signs.
Skill in maintaining records.
Skill in establishing/maintaining working relationships with patients, medical staff,
and the public.
Ability to maintain quality control standards.
Ability to react calmly, effectively, and professionally in emergency situations.
Ability to read, understand and respond to detailed oral and written instructions.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Ability to organize and is very detail oriented.
Ability to consistently perform duties as outlined in the job description.
Ability to consistently comply with patient confidentiality 100% of the time.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities: (This list is not all inclusive.)
Obtains patients weight, height, BMI, and vital signs.
Records the chief complaint as stated by the patient and preps accordingly.
Prepares exam rooms or procedure rooms for the provider.
Assists provider as needed during the patient exam or procedure.
Administers medications per TMFC policy and procedure for medical assistants.
At the direction of the provider or following a written provider order, obtain educational materials for the patient.
Calls in/escribes prescriptions, following written provider orders according to applicable state and federal law.
Fills out laboratory and diagnostic testing requests and makes patient appointments following provider orders. Referrals
Documents/maintains accurate data in the medical record according to TMFC policy and procedure.
Administrative grant requirements.
Retrieves Messages from voicemail and addresses accordingly.
Run monthly and daily lab controls.
Clean and sterilize equipment in lab weekly.
Daily lab temperature log (lab and closet)
Maintain sharps containers at a comfortable level.
Swabs-According to purpose.
EKG as needed.
Proper lab specimen preparation and documentation
Injections
Perform CLIA waived tests.
Retrieve paperwork from front bin-Completes or distributes to appropriate provider.
Prior Authorizations
Drug Screens
Lab Draws
Inventory
Order Supplies (Put on PO as needed for weekly purchase)
Urinalysis
Airway Treatment
Return lab/radiology result calls after review by prescribing provider. Reports all critical lab values immediately.
QI/QA policy compliance
Assists with pricing for clinical services for SFS patients prior to performing.
Telemedicine
Chart audit
Patient care follow-up
TEAM DUTIES
Assists other members of the team as needed.
Acts in a professional manner reflecting the mission of Tri-Med Family Care and demonstrates an ability to remain calm during peak periods of activity.
Participates in training and orientation of new employees and on-going.
Communicates clearly, concisely, and accurately, creating a working climate that provides growth and job satisfaction for all personnel.
Works their regular assigned daily schedule and comes to work consistently so as not to put their co-workers in stressful situations by having to cover more than one job on a regular basis
BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS
Compassion - Demonstrates sensitivity for the needs of others by showing appreciation and respect for the dignity of all persons. Shows concern for the appreciation and respect for the dignity of all persons. Shows concern for the feelings of others through actions that express thoughtfulness, attentiveness, and confidentiality.
Service - Anticipates and responds to the needs of patients, visitors, physicians, employees, volunteers, and the community. Recognizes the needs of others and takes appropriate steps
Communication - Expresses and receives, through word, body language and listening skills, all information needed for job performance. Presents information (verbal and/or written) in a clear and concise manner that is easy to hear or read and understand
Fairness - Displays open-mindedness and objectivity in relations with patients, visitors, physicians, employees, volunteers, and the community. Treats all persons justly acting without self-centeredness, prejudice, and favoritism
Courtesy - Demonstrates the hospitality of Tri-Med Family Care through words and behavior.
Cordial - Displays friendliness, kindness, and appropriate manners in interactions with patients, visitors, physicians, employees, volunteers, and the community.
Teamwork - Promotes a spirit of unity which enables the group to work together to achieve a common goal. Takes initiative to perform job and/or assist co-workers, supporting the work of others in accomplishing the mission of TMFC.
Stewardship - Demonstrates efficient and careful use of materials and human resources to carry out the mission of the department and Tri-Med Family Care, in a resourceful and creative manner. Effectively utilizes and is not wasteful of
Infrequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medical preparations, and other conditions common to a clinic environment.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Requires full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours. Requires some exposure to communicable diseases or body fluids.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medical preparations, and other conditions common to a clinic environment
ACCOMMODATION: Tri-Med Family Care has the right to modify the duties and functions of the job description based on the needs of the organization.
