Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse

Baptist Urgent Care is seeking dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our outstanding team.

JOB SUMMARY:
The LPN will be pivotal in providing excellent patient care, greeting patients, managing patient files, and supporting both patients and medical staff in a dynamic environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties reflect the expectations of this role but are not exhaustive. Additional tasks may be assigned.

• Welcome patients and prepare them for examinations or procedures.
• Record patient's health history and note any abnormal conditions for the physician.
• Instruct patients on sample collection and tests.
• Obtain vital signs and escort patients to exam rooms.
• Assist in preparing supplies and equipment, aiding the physician or mid-level practitioner during treatments and examinations.
• Administer injections and prescribed medications according to physician’s directives and nursing standards.
• Observe, record, and report patients’ conditions and reactions to treatments and medications.
• Make accurate and timely patient chart entries, forwarding them as needed.
• Maintain and update patient files, records, and essential information.
• Assist in scheduling tests and treatments, and arrange referrals to specialists, obtaining pre-authorizations as directed.
• Collect, document, and deliver lab specimens, and obtain test results and reports.
• Notify patients about test results and follow-up appointments.
• Clean and restock exam and treatment rooms between procedures.
• Adhere to infection control policies for handling and disposing of hazardous waste.
• Educate patients and families on medications, treatments, and discharge instructions.
• Support providers during physical exams and prepare for procedures.
• Contact pharmacies to order prescriptions and inform patients.
• Maintain accurate inventory of medications and monitor controlled substances.
• Oversee inventory usage and manage medical supplies effectively.
• Ensure medical equipment is stocked and monitored appropriately.
• Screen calls and triage patients to maintain efficient departmental flow.

WHAT'S THE SCHEDULE?
Our full-time staff works a rotating schedule of 36-40 hours per week, consisting of 12-hour shifts on weekdays and every other weekend. PRN (per diem) staff will be scheduled as needed.

WHAT'S REQUIRED?
A degree from an accredited practical nursing program is required.
Previous experience in a hospital or clinic setting is preferred.
Must possess a valid LPN license in accordance with state regulations.

FULL-TIME BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Competitive Salary.
Medical, Dental, and Vision Options.
Retirement savings plans.
Paid Time Off.
and MORE

PRN BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Competitive Salary.
401K plan with company contributions.
No-Cost Office Visits and generous discounts on select services.

ABOUT BAPTIST URGENT CARE:
Baptist Urgent Care operates nine locations across Mississippi, Tennessee, and Arkansas, as an affiliate of Urgent Team, a significant independent operator of urgent and family care centers in the Southeast. Our centers provide quality family healthcare services, including injury treatments, illness care, and occupational health. Open seven days a week from Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. All centers are Accredited Care Centers by the Urgent Care Association, emphasizing our commitment to safety, quality, and comprehensive service offerings.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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