LPN

Shore Medical Center

Northfield, NJ

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$25.07–$33.78 Per Hour
SKILLS
Clinical Competency, Clinical Support, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Infection Control, Laboratory Analysis, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Medical Records, Medical Tests, Medical Treatment, Medication Administration, Medications, Medicine, Nursing Credentials, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Confidentiality, Patient Education, Patient Follow-up, Patient History, Pharmacy, Prescription Drugs, Procedure Development, Quality of Care, Specimen Collection, Statistics, Sterilization, Team Player, Testing
LOCATION
Northfield, NJ
POSTED
30+ days ago

LPN General Summary: Provides primary clinical support to the provider, patient and their family to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of the patients condition. Follows up on diagnostic testing to ensure completion, accuracy, and filing of same in medical record to ensure continuity and quality of care. The ideal candidate would help provide quality patient care, is a team player, has a positive attitude, possess exceptional customer service ensuring a positive experience. You must be able to communicate effectively with patients and families, maintain a friendly demeanor, and be compassionate and understanding. Essential Job Responsibilities: Obtains, verifies, and records health history of patients. Collects specimens for laboratory analysis. Obtains vital statistics and updates patient information; records notes in patient e-chart Provides basic patient care as ordered by physician, mid-levels and allied health professionals. Administers medications and treatments as directed. Assists other health care professionals in performing exams, diagnostic procedures and treatments, and minor medical procedures. Adheres to infection control/safety guidelines and confidentiality policies. Documents assessments, interventions, patient/family responses, medication dispensed/prescribed, and test results in medical records. Promotes wellness by providing patient education materials, communicating physician and allied health professional advice/instructions. Handles patient telephone inquiries regarding medical information and advice, following practice triage protocols. Handles pharmacy communications regarding patient prescriptions. Maintains medical supply levels in exam rooms. Responsible for instrument sterilization procedures. Functions according to delegated authority and follows practice policies/procedures. Maintains patient confidentiality and performs position responsibilities in an ethical and professional manner. Other similar and related duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements: Demonstrates clinical competence in the clinical knowledge and skills area of practice, and assisting MDs with procedures. High school diploma Graduation from an approved practical nursing program. Minimum one year of LPN experience; medical practice setting experience preferred State-licensed practical nurse At least one year Med/Surg experience required. Salary Range(Based on Experience) $25.07 - $33.78 Additional information To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the companys rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. ShorePhysicians Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Shore Medical Center