LPN (TEXARKANA)

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Closing Date:

01/04/2025

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Nursing

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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Department:

REP | CS Southwest Texarkana

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

This position works under supervision to assist the Resident Physician with patient care and procedures. The LPN will prepare patients for clinic visits and work with Resident Physician in clinic to maintain a timely flow of patients. The LPN primary responsibility is to assist patients to rooms, triage of patients, gather medical and health history, chief complaints, and enter all information in the EMR related to the visit. Assist physician with test and procedures, administer medications and vaccines, disseminates educational materials, assesses incoming patients, cleans and stocks exam rooms and supply room area, keeps medical supply inventory, and provides direct patient care under supervision of physician. LPN will also work with Care Managers to best serve the needs of the patients.

This position must be able to perform all duties of the Licensed Practical Nurse and perform other duties to support the patient care activities as needed.

Qualifications:

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Obtains the patient’s height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respirations and chief complaint and records the data in the EMR.

• Assist Resident Physician with patient assessment, testing and special procedures.

• Coordinates ancillary services, referrals, hospitalizations, and services with other agencies.

• Assesses Arkansas Department of Health Immunization site every visit to assess patient possible need for immunizations. Nurses will also provide education for all vaccinations based on patient and/or parent need. Nurse will also document all vaccinations administration in the EMR and forward them to the designee to be entered into the state registry.

• Disseminates educational materials and renders training to patients related to disease status or prevention.

• Provides supportive testing related to patient visits as ordered by the Provider or per standing orders or protocol. (Spirometry, Audiometry, EKG, Vision test, Retinal Exam, Pulse Oximetry, blood glucose check, fluoride treatments, updrafts, ear irrigation, dressing changes, lab and X- ray).

• Collects laboratory specimens as ordered by physician.

• Assists patients to laboratory and radiology for diagnostic testing.

• Sets up equipment for testing or treatment that is to be performed by the Provider.

• Assist physicians with procedures, i.e. pelvic exams and minor surgical procedures including but not limited to removal of ingrown toenails, removal of skin lesions and closure of minor lacerations.

• Schedule follow up appointments as ordered by the Provider or per standing orders

• Schedule referral appointments as ordered by the Provider

• Enter orders for labs, referrals, and testing as ordered by the Provider

• Triage of urgent matters that occur in the clinical area.

• Performs other assigned duties.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), ResumeList of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes