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Mary Washington Healthcare

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)-OBGYN-Full Time Days

Mary Washington Healthcare, Fredericksburg, Virginia, us, 22403

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R-23086**Start the day excited to make a difference…end the day knowing you did.

Come join our team.**Job Summary:

This position is responsible for LPN nursing services in a physician office practice to control patient flow for physician, obtain and document patient vitals, perform EKG strips, and other nursing duties as assigned.**Essential Functions and Responsibilities:*** Provides general nursing care to patients to include obtaining and documenting patient vitals (height, weight, BP).* Rooms patients. Facilitates patient flow throughout the office.* Assists Physician, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner with examinations, diagnostic procedures and treatments.* Obtains patient history, chief complaint and vitals and documents in medical record.* Ensures adequate materials and supplies are available at all times.* Provides patient and family education as appropriate.* Responds to and provides guidance for return calls to patients for patient treatment related phone inquiries.* Ensures patient appointments are assigned according to risk and severity.* Maintains/reviews patient charts, records and other pertinent documents and reports.* Establishes and maintains high standard for customer satisfaction and customer service.* Schedules patient appointments for office visits.* Assists patients with scheduling of procedures, tests, and radiological exams. Obtains authorization for procedures and studies as required.* Schedules patient surgeries.* Ensures necessary films are available for surgeries and appointments* Learns front office functions, providing backup support and coverage as required.* Fills out disability forms for MD/PA to review and sign.* Works with third party payors to obtain authorization/pre-certification for surgeries, diagnostic testing, and other procedures ordered by physician.* Rotates/provides coverage for clinical staffing needs in various Mary Washington Medical Group practices* Performs other duties as assigned.**Qualifications:*** Valid LPN License from Virginia required.* AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire* Experience working in a Physician Office preferred* Previous experience with practice specialty preferred* Must have knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety and patient confidentiality.As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

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**Physical Requirements:** Constant (67-100% of workday) walking, standing, use of arms and hands; frequent (34-66% of workday) bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination; ability to work in confined spaces; ability to reach above/overhead.**Mental Requirements:** Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills.

Ability to multi-task.

Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.

Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends.**Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards:** Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals.

Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.\*Clinical positions in Mary Washington Home Health and/or Hospice must also meet driving requirements.“It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates.” #J-18808-Ljbffr