Organization Overview, Mission, Vision, and Values
Our mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education. Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for five consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,200+ team members and serve the region with over 40 clinic locations, the region’s only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute; Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute; Washington Regional Women and Infants Center; Washington Regional Total Joint Center; and Washington Regional Pat Walker Center for Seniors.
Position Summary
The role of the Licensed Practical Nurse reports clinically to the physician and administratively to the Clinic Manager. This position is responsible for providing direct patient care, assisting physicians with procedures, and assisting with front office duties, as needed.
Essential Position Responsibilities
Obtain patient vitals and update patient medical history while inputting data collected into the electronic medical records system
Prepare patient for various procedures and/or examinations and assist physicians, as needed
Refill provider-authorized medications via electronic, fax or phone as authorized and appropriate
Provide direction, support, and counseling regarding medical therapies and medications as directed by the physician
Assist patient by providing direction, support, and counseling regarding medical therapies and medications as directed by the physician
Serve as patient liaison and advocate, as needed
Schedule surgeries and various diagnostic tests and provide scheduled date to the patient
Qualifications
Education : Graduate of an accredited nursing program
Licensure and Certifications : Licensed Practical Nurse license and CPR, required.
Experience : Minimum of 2 years previous experience working as a LPN on an interdisciplinary team, preferred.
Work Environment: This position will spend 80% of time standing and/or walking while pushing, pulling, lifting, and/or carrying up to 50 lbs. This position will spend 20% of time sitting while performing work in a standard office environment.
Community-owned, not-for-profit hospital system serving NWA with comprehensive medical services.