What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Nurse Practitioner position at CareNow?
Job Overview
CareNow is a leading provider of urgent care services, with a strong focus on delivering quality, patient-centered care. We are seeking a highly skilled Licensed Practical Nurse PRN to join our team.
About the Role
The LPN/LVN will deliver high-quality patient care by performing delegated basic patient care services. In collaboration with the RN and other members of the care team, the LPN/LVN will provide individualized, comprehensive care consistent with the scope and standards of the specialty.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform clinical responsibilities such as taking vital signs, collecting lab specimens, performing EKG's, and administering IM injections.
- Manage patient charts including collecting patient history, documenting EHR appropriately, and conducting regular chart audits.
- Apply splints, dressings and bandages.
- Assist with check-in/check-out when needed including auditing charts.
- Maintain records and logs on activities including in-house lab work, drug screens, and lab work sent out to other labs.
- Keep patients and visitors informed of clinic progress.
Requirements
- Must be a graduate of an accredited school of practical/vocational nursing.
- Current Practical/Vocational nursing license in state of residency is required.
- 1 year of clinical experience in a patient care setting is preferred.
- Experience using an EHR system is extremely helpful.
- The ability to obtain a BLS Certification is required within 30 days of start.
