LPN Lead - Urology - Full-Time

Job Summary:

A licensed Practical Nurse employed by Erlanger Medical Center is responsible for direct and/or indirect care of patients

A Licensed Practical Nurse must have knowledge of and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient. Records patients' vital signs and health information.

Relays information between physicians, nurses, and other health care providers involved in patients' care. Maintains proper charting and documentation in medical records. Direct supervision of all clinical staff, excluding Registered Nurses, within the practice.

Administrative responsibilities as Clinical Lead. Supervises orientation of new staff and students. Performs all other duties assigned by the practice manager.

This position is involved in a team-based approach to care. Team members are trained to meet the highest level of function for their role as per the State of Tennessee/Georgia guidelines.

Is trained and assigned (as per their role and responsibilities) to coordinate care for patients and is trained and assigned to support patients/families/caregivers in self-management, self-efficacy and behavior change. Is trained and assigned (as per their role and responsibilities) to manage the practices' patient population. Participates in the practice's quality improvement process and performance evaluation.

Education:

Required:

Graduate of a state-approved LPN vocational training program.

Preferred:

Experience:

Required:

Knowledge of general nursing principles and practices, organizational functions, policies, procedures and regulations, and knowledge of current trends and new developments in health care.

Preferred:

Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration

Required:

Current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Tennessee.

Preferred:

Department Position Summary:

Demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care appropriate to patients seen in a health care office setting. Responsible for administering direct/indirect care of the patient under the supervision of their provider.

Registers and schedules patient appointments, interviews patients, and record patient's histories. Assists patients, nursing and providers with procedures. Knowledge of and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient.

Knowledge of ICD-9 and CPT coding for reimbursement. Computer literate. Administrative responsibilities as Team Leader. Supervises orientation of new staff and students.

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