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Lead LPN Surgery/Pulmonary Clinic

LCMC Health • Full-time • New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America • 8m ago

Your job is more than a job.

GENERAL DUTIES

Manages the care of patients:

Triages patients in the office and on the telephone to determine the need for immediate medical attention. Communicates information to physician.
Records allergies, vital signs, reason for visit, current medications, social and past medical history, abuse, fall risk, functional assessment and advance directives in patient record’s medical record.
Assesses each patient for all appropriate screenings prior to the patient being seen by the physician. Ensures all Hedis codes are submitted for each visit.
Discusses plan of care with physician before, during and following patient visit.
Verifies physician’s order, prepares and administers medications and treatments to patients. Documents administration of medication/treatments in patient’s record and submits charges as required. Assesses the patient pre and post medication/treatment.
Verifies physician’s order, prepares medication and required vaccine administration paperwork. Administers immunizations and documents all vaccine information in patient’s record. Assesses patient pre and post immunization.
Cleans, sanitizes and reorganizes patient room after each visit.

Communicates with patients, pharmacies, hospitals and other medical related personnel:

Communicates information between patients and physicians regarding lab/test results, medications, appointments, etc.
Communicates with pharmacies regarding patient medication. Ensures prior authorizations are completed timely for patient medications.
Sorts and distributes correspondence and scans into patient’s medical record after physician review and sign off.
Ensures test/lab reports for patients are present in the medical record prior to the visit.
Responds to incoming patient messages, chart messages promptly and records all communication in patient record.

Prepares patient for procedures performed in the office:

Assembles and organizes supplies required for procedures. Provide privacy and instructions to patient, pre and post procedure.
Assist physician during procedure, obtain specimen and complete appropriate paperwork. Deliver specimen to designated location.
Applies supportive devices or bandages on patient, as ordered by physician. Documents appropriate information in patient’s record.

Monitors and orders medications and medical supplies:

Keeps medications and supplies organized and discard out of date items.
Orders the necessary medications and supplies to assure adequate supply of stock.
Stores medications properly and utilizes High Alert stickers on lookalike/sound alike medications.
Ensures all multi-dose medications are labeled with the date opened, expiration date and the nurse's initials.

Quality Assurance:

Ensures all clinic logs are completed daily and only the current month log is available. All previous month logs are stored in a binder for review as required.
Ensures the emergency kit and oxygen is checked monthly and the red lock is replaced monthly or after each use.
Checks for expired medication and supplies throughout the clinic at least monthly. Advise Office Manager and education nursing staff on any expired findings.
Ensures all surgical instruments are stored appropriately and packaging is intact.
Ensures any regulatory issues identified are reported promptly to the Office Manager and tickets are submitted electronically as necessary.

Office Communication and Nursing Staff Training/Orientation:

Participates in all scheduled clinic meetings.
Ensures all newly hired nursing personnel are oriented to the clinic and to all computer programs.
Trains newly hired employees on the clinic processes and flow using the new employee competency checklist as a guide.

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

3+ years Related experience.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate of an Accredited LPN Program.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

CPR

Louisiana LPN Unencumbered Licensure

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Computer skills.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

CPR certified.

Professional demeanor.

WORK SHIFT:

Days (United States of America)

LCMC Health is a community.

Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary

About University Medical Center

University Medical Center, a world class academic medical center in LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, is the largest medical training center for healthcare professionals in Louisiana and has long served as the region’s safety net hospital for poor and underserved communities for 300+. Learn more about University Medical Center’s legacy and our vision of becoming the epicenter of medical care, education, and research.

Your extras

Deliver healthcare with heart.
Give people a reason to smile.
Put a little love in your work.
Be honest and real, but with compassion.
Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.
See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective.
Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
Love what makes you, you - because we do

You are welcome here.

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

Simple things make the difference.

1.To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information.

2.To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background.

3.To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed.

4.To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.

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