LPN (Pine Bluff, AR)

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• Duties: We are looking for a skilled and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team in Pine Bluff, AR. This role involves close collaboration with Resident Physicians to ensure exceptional patient care and efficient clinic operations. The LPN will assist with patient preparation, clinical procedures, and administrative tasks, all while maintaining a patient-centered approach. 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. We are seeking qualified candidates for multiple positions located in Pine Bluff, AR. This posting is to fill two vacancies within our team. We look forward to your application.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: Current and valid LPN license by the State of Arkansas and a Graduate of an accredited nursing program. One (1) year of clinical nursing experience or will consider a new grad with a current license and one year of previous medical experience (MA, PCT, CNA). Must have strong organizational skills and computer knowledge.

Preferred Qualifications

Immunization experience. CPR certification. Ambulatory experience. EPIC experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong clinical expertise and technique. Working knowledge of data processing equipment and applications. Attention to communication, oral, written, and persuasive. Must be able to build collaborative relationships. Possess personal credibility. Ability to make independent judgments that have highly significant impacts on the organization. Ability to provide motivational support to an area of responsibility. Strong customer service orientation. Must have strong organizational skills and computer knowledge.

Additional Information

Key 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. Assess the Arkansas Department of Health Immunization site on every visit to assess the patient's possible need for immunizations. Nurses will also provide education for all vaccinations based on patient and/or parent need. Document all vaccination administrations in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and forward them to the designated individual 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 the Physician. Assists patients to the 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), Resume

Optional Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status Special Instructions to Applicants: Recruitment Contact Information: 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: Frequent Physical Activity: Occasional Physical Activity: Benefits Eligible: Yes The University of Arkansas System is a comprehensive, publicly-supported higher education institution composed of 18 unique campuses, divisions and administrative units that share the singular goal of serving Arkansas residents and others by developing and sharing knowledge to impact an ever-changing world. The UA System provides access to academic and professional education, and develops intellectual growth and cultural awareness in its students, staff and faculty. The system further promotes an atmosphere of excellence that honors the heritage and diversity of our state and nation. It provides students, researchers and professionals with tools to promote responsible stewardship of human, natural and financial resources in Arkansas and around the globe, and with workforce-relevant knowledge to enhance economic development efforts that improve the overall quality of life and societal well-being. Universities University of Arkansas, Fayetteville University of Arkansas at Little Rock University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences University of Arkansas at Monticello University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff University of Arkansas at Fort Smith The University of Arkansas System eVersity Two-Year Colleges Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas University of Arkansas Community College at Hope-Texarkana University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville Cossatot Community College at the University of Arkansas University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton University of Arkansas Community College at Rich Mountain University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College Other Units University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture Arkansas Archaeological Survey Criminal Justice Institute Arkansas School for Math, Sciences, and the Arts University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service Arkansas Research and Education Optical Network (ARE-ON)