LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - General Surgery
Core
Provides primary clinical support to providers and patients in an outpatient clinic setting, assisting in diagnosis, treatment, and minor surgical diagnostic procedures.
Role type
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Builds
Patient care services and diagnostic support in ambulatory care
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Nursing
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Vital signs monitoring, Medication administration, Specimen collection, Patient history documentation, Aseptic technique, Minor surgical assistance
Preferred skills
1+ years of nursing experience, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Technologies
Electronic medical records, Laboratory equipment
Responsibilities
Obtain and document patient medical history and vital signs; Administer medications and vaccines; Assist provider in minor surgical diagnostic procedures; Collect and prepare laboratory specimens; Clean and set up examination and treatment rooms.