Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - West Park Family Practice

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Toledo, OHSummary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
Under the direction of a Licensed Professional (e.g., Physician or Nurse Practitioner), the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for the delivery of patient care utilizing the nursing process through data collection and assessment, identifying and determining the priority of patient’s problems/needs, and evaluating the process and outcome of nursing care.  The LPN coordinates, provides, and directs patient teaching activities and coordinates the care provided by health team members.  The LPN complies to all documentation standards within the scope of the Medical Assistant and the LPN role.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate LPN to conduct Medicare annual wellness visits in various Toledo Region locations. This role involves traveling short distances to designated facilities, providing high-quality care, and ensuring compliance with Medicare guidelines. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to improving patient health outcomes.

 

**Key Responsibilities:**

 

- Conduct comprehensive annual wellness visits for Medicare patients, including assessments, screenings, and health education.

- Review patient health history and medications, documenting findings accurately in electronic health records (EHR).

- Develop personalized care plans in collaboration with patients and their healthcare providers.

- Educate patients on preventive care, chronic disease management, and lifestyle modifications.

- Ensure compliance with Medicare regulations and guidelines during all visits.

- Maintain accurate records of patient interactions and follow-up actions.

- Coordinate with other healthcare professionals as needed to ensure continuity of care.

- Travel to various locations, adhering to a schedule that maximizes patient care and efficiency.

- During non-clinical time: outreach to schedule patients for Medicare annual wellness visits, schedule hospital follow up appointments, completing transitional care management calls, patient outreach for preventative care to patients that are due, help practices with patient calls and inbasket messages if needed, along with other administrative duties as requested.

Essential Job Functions
• Analyzes the assessment data, evaluates patient's condition, and collaborates with the provider to develop and maintain the patient's plan of care.
• Provides education to patients, families, and staff members, in conjunction with other healthcare entities, under the direction of the provider or manager.
• Coordinates the care of the patient with other healthcare entities according to the patient's plan of care.
• Administers medications in a safe manner, which is consistent with the organizations policies and procedures as well as the state requirements with which they are licensed in.
• LPNs in a lead position serve as subject matter experts and clinical and professional mentors within the practice.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification
Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) from the state of employment or LPN applicant (required)
BLS certification is preferred upon hire and required within 30 days and/or prior to independent patient care

Education
None

Work Experience
1 year of clinical patient care experience (preferred)

Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)

Skills
Take and document vital signs
Room patients
Monitor patient conditions during in-office treatment(s)
Document patients’ medical records
Administer medications/vaccinations within scope
Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care
Manage patient messages and communications (e.g., in-basket, MyChart messages)
Schedule tests and appointments
Telephonic patient triage
Attention to detail
Acceptance of authority
Critical thinking
Communication with family members
Collaboration
Teamwork
Conflict resolution
Active listening
Relationship