Outpatient LPN: FT, M-F (Carroll-Heard)

ResponsibilitiesPathwaysCenter’s Outpatient Clinics provide services that include, but are not limited to, individual therapy, group therapy, peer support, and family education/counseling. Each clinic offers comprehensive, coordinated, and defined services that vary in level of intensity. Outpatient services address a variety of needs such as situational stressors, family relations, interpersonal relationships, mental health issues, life span issues, psychiatric illnesses, addictions, and the needs of victims of abuse and/or trauma.The individual in the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position reports to the respective RN and works collaboratively as a nursing team to perform a variety of duties to maximize the number of patient visits during clinic’s operational hours and to facilitate proper care to the clinic’s patient population.Responsibilities for the LPN include but are not limited to the following:□ Performs complete nursing Assessments on clients using all available sources of information□ Interviews clients and/or natural supports using acceptable techniques that are appropriate for individual’s level of functioning to obtain information regarding medical, social, and/or emotional background□ Performs appropriate routine tests and takes vital signs; facilitates the completion of orders for additional lab test□ Accurately documents assessment findings to produce a complete medical record on patients/consumers in a clear, complete, and concise manner within established time frames□ Sets up examination room/environment for treatment by the attending physician or PA□ Collaborates effectively with physicians, clinicians, other treatment team members, and other skilled individuals in the development of an appropriate plan of care□ Modifies plan of care as indicated by reassessment of clients needs and makes appropriate referrals based on individual needs of the client□ Administers medication(s) in the proper method, time, and dosage as ordered by the physician or PA□ Explains medication and treatment to the client and documents accordingly in the client record□ Maintains and ensures confidentiality of patient’s/consumer’s condition(s) and medical records according to established guidelines□ Regularly inventories medical supplies and equipment. Reorders and restocks as required.□ Maintains a clean and organized work environment.□ Initiates and coordinates TB skin testing or other health testing of facility staff and clients as required□ Completes required in-service training annually□ Completes prior authorizations, patient assistance forms, and liaisons with the pharmacy to coordinate medications for clients per physician or PA orders□ Administers HIV testing and conducts client self-management education to increase awareness about transmission of HIV and manage the treatment of HIV disease□ Engages in face-to-face billable services with clients at least 65% of the time worked to meet established productivity goalsMinimum QualificationsA current Georgia licensed to practice as a licensed practical nurse;HCV and HIV Certified Tester (or willing to get certified)Vocational/Technical degree from an accredited college AND current Georgia license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse AND One year of nursing experience.Job: HealthcareOrganization: Pathways CenterTitle: Outpatient LPN: FT, M-F (Carroll-Heard)Location: GA-Carroll-CarrolltonRequisition ID: HEA053I