LPN Outpatient - Gastroenterology
Core
Provides practical nursing support and patient care in a physician practice or clinic setting, including assessments, specimen collection, medication administration, and patient education.
Role type
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Builds
Patient care services and diagnostic support for gastroenterology and general outpatient clinics
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Nursing
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Patient assessment, specimen collection, medication administration, injection administration, EHR documentation, patient teaching, lab procedures (phlebotomy), radiology procedures (x-ray), sterilization, safety compliance
Preferred skills
Physician office experience, radiologic technician licensure
Technologies
Electronic medical records, automated computer systems
Responsibilities
Complete patient assessments including vital signs and history; prepare patients for provider evaluation and procedures; administer medications and injections; collect and prepare lab specimens; perform x-ray procedures; maintain clean and safe work areas; document patient information in EHR; provide patient teaching and education.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC