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LPN/CMA/RMA
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OPEN POSITIONS: Internal Medicine, Johnson City; Surgery, Johnson City; Urogynecology, Johnson City
SUMMARY:
Under general supervision of the Healthcare provider and the Nurse supervisor, the LPN/CMA/RMA is responsible for performing nursing services for the care and
treatment of patients.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the
following. Other duties may be assigned.
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Receive and prepare
patients for examination, obtaining blood pressure, pulse rate, temperature,
and weight.
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Assist the healthcare
provider with patient examination, treatment, and minor surgeries as
instructed.
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Keep rooms clean and
stocked with necessary supplies and sterilize equipment.
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Give instructions
and/or explanations to patients as directed by healthcare provider, whether in
person or by telephone.
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Return messages.
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Schedule patients for
hospital surgeries, admissions, and diagnostic procedures, obtaining
pre-certification, prior authorization, and/or referral if necessary.
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Perform specialized
testing.
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May be responsible
for the ordering and control of medical supplies and drugs.
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Assist with complying
and maintaining OSHA regulations.
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Administer
medications and/or injections as directed by the healthcare provider.
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Abide by the rules
and regulations as set forth by the Board of Nursing in the State of Tennessee.
Act as liaison between patients, patient's family members, healthcare facilities, and physician to coordinate the care and treatment of patients.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To
perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or
ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR
EXPERIENCE: Graduation from a standard high school or GED. Diploma
or equivalent from a one year college or technical school and currently
licensed as a LPN in the State of Tennessee. Two years’ experience as an LPN preferred.
OR, must be a CMA, RMA or have a minimum of 3 years combined education through
a certified patient care program and patient care experience.
OTHER
SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge
of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat injuries,
diseases, and deformities, including treatment alternatives, drug properties
and interactions, and preventive healthcare measures. Ability to establish and maintain an
effective working relationship with faculty members, students, residents,
staff, patients, and other third parties.
Ability to concentrate on the situation at hand and listen
effectively. Ability to operate
computer, keyboard, and printer. Ability to organize tasks; work as a team
member and independently using sound nursing skills with a variety of
professional disciplines. Knowledge of
ICD-10 and CPT coding. Knowledge of health insurance procedures to
obtain pre-authorizations and/or referrals.
Convey a professional and positive image and attitude.