Lpn- Licensed Practical Nurse

Orthopedic Center of Illinois, a private practice surgeon group is seeking a motivated and energetic Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team!

• LPN Responsibilities

• Under direction of Physician (Surgeon) and or PA/NP provide care to patients in clinical operation

• Provides individualized care in collaboration with patient and his/her family under the direction of physician

• Obtain and accurately record patient vitals, history

• Complete and document: care provided, patient communication, procedures performed

• Supports physician by providing appropriate patient materials, explaining procedures and assisting physician in delivering care to patients

• Manage physician/clinic schedule to maximize scheduled appointments

• Coordinating surgical procedures with multiple hospitals and surgery centers, scheduling and obtaining pre-operative testing, writing and communicating surgery orders, and collecting necessary surgery documentation

• Perform medical reception/clerical duties as needed including answering phones, screening calls, taking messages, working task list, pulling patient information, copying, faxing and filing

• Skills/Experience/Certifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse - current licensure

• Current CPR certification

• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to all patients served

• Strong customer service and effective communication skills

• Patient-first approach to care

• Will serve as back-up for other clinical staff as needed

BENEFITS AT OCI

• Paid Holidays Off

• Paid Vacation

• Paid Sick Time

• 5-day Workweek

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Employer Paid and Voluntary Life Insurance

• Critical Illinois and Hospital

• Short Term Disability

• 401K with 6% EMPLOYER MATCH