Licensed Practical Nurse - Family Practice

Xpress Wellness Urgent Care is looking for a skilled and compassionate LPN to join our team. The Licensed Practical Nurse provides care to patients following standards and protocols set by the sponsoring physician. The LPN functions as a member of the clinical team, ensuring good patient flow and maximizes the delivery of quality care to patients. The LPN  will provide excellent customer service. The LPN must possess exceptional communication skills, critical thinking skills, and independent  decision making skills.  

Employees must also follow and enforce accepted safety practices for patients and must participate in safety instructional programs. The  above duties shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Responsibilities:

• Performs general nursing care to patients. Adjusts and/or administers prescribed medication and treatment in accordance with nursing standards and  physician/provider's orders.
• Responds to all incoming telephone calls and patient needs. Interpret patient's symptoms and communicates them to the physician. Assess the patient's needs to provide the best care and advice.
• Collaborates with physicians and nurses to devise individual care plans for patients.
• Perform routine procedures (blood pressure measurements, administering injections, ect) and documents findings in the patient's medical record.
• Inspect the facility and equipment and act to maintain excellent hygiene and safety (decontaminating equipment, sanitizing surfaces, ect)
• Maintaining personal contact with patients and relatives, being sensitive to their needs for courtesy, dignity, and privacy and ensuring a friendly  environment at all times.
• Storing and checking medication in accordance with established standards and guidelines.
• Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for professional practice and continued professional growth. Attends all in-services and  meetings as appropriate.
• Correctly prepares and administers medication. Uses patient identifiers prior to administration of medication. Documents administration in required  logs.
• Greets patients and prepares them for physician examination. Screens patients for appropriate information. Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.
• When applicable, performs basic x-rays or assists Radiology Technician with x-ray set up.
• Oversees appointment bookings and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations. Maintains timely flow of patients and results.
• Maintains and reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information. Posts tests and examination results.
• Performs other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Must possess a current License as a Licensed Practical Nurse for state of employment (Kansas). Must obtain and maintain a current certification in BLS. IV certification preferred
• Desirable characteristics include at least two years of experience as an LPN in a clinical/family practice setting.
• Must be able to follow directions and perform work according to clinic standards when no directions are given
• Must be emotionally mature and able to function effectively under stress. Knowledge of venipuncture, lab processes  supervision, xray support, FP office procedures, EKG, and clinical protocol surveillance and supervision.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement, and  evaluate nursing care according to individual needs.
• Knowledge of EMR system.
• Must demonstrate consistent professional conduct.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication as well as excellent interpersonal skills with patients, staff and other health care professionals.

Benefits

Xpress Wellness offers a great working environment in state-of-the art urgent care facilities with the following perks:

• Work-life balance with a flexible schedule.
• Competitive pay.
• Generous PTO.
• Health.
• Dental.
• Vision.
• Retirement package with employer match.
• Short-term disability + long-term disability options.
• Life insurance.
• Compensation is determined by the amount of experience and is in the range of $20.19 - $26.44 per hour.