Licensed Practical Nurse

Job DescriptionJob Description

Position Summary:

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions as an assistant to physicians and other professionals in the provision of primary care.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains confidentiality of patients and corporate information;
• Performs baseline assessment of patients;
• Prepares patients for examination and treatments;
• Assists in the collection and recording of pertinent clinical and social data for patients through interviews and physical measurements;
• Administers medications and treatment per written orders;
• Registers patients, retrieves records and triages. Ensures EMR data is complete;
• Collects specimen when necessary;
• Performs EKGs;
• Provides patient teaching and self-care instructions;
• Orders medical supplies to ensure and maintain constant patient flow;
• Processes referrals including scheduling, follow-up notification, and report retrieval;
• Assists in the primary care management of individuals and families through the maintenance of logs and tracking systems;
• Must be familiar with vaccines for children;
• Accurately documents and codes all services provided within the allotted time frame;
• Attends in-service and staff development programs.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited program in practical nursing.
• Current registration to work as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Alabama.
• At least one year of clinical experience in a pediatric outpatient setting is preferred.
• Maintains current license on file.
• Must have basic computer skills.

Company Description

What is Quality of Life Health Services, Inc.?
- A private, non-profit corporation committed to community service.
- A medical home for you and your family.
- A health care provider with 24 locations serving 18 counties within Alabama.
- An organization with more than 35 years experience in health care.
- A primary care provider offering a broad base of ancillary services.
- A caring company serving to offer excellent customer service.
- Susie E. Allen Health Center is a Public Housing Primary Care Facility in Phenix City, AL

Company DescriptionWhat is Quality of Life Health Services, Inc.?
- A private, non-profit corporation committed to community service.
- A medical home for you and your family.
- A health care provider with 24 locations serving 18 counties within Alabama.
- An organization with more than 35 years experience in health care.
- A primary care provider offering a broad base of ancillary services.
- A caring company serving to offer excellent customer service.
- Susie E. Allen Health Center is a Public Housing Primary Care Facility in Phenix City, AL