Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Ambulatory Internal Resource Pool, FT, Days

* Assists physicians with examinations, procedures and other activities related to direct patient care.20%

* Arranges for patient appointments for diagnostic testing, consults, referrals and admission to hospital.15%

* Monitors and maintains stock of medical supplies and proper functioning of equipment.10%

* Documents patient's vital statistics and other encounter data into patient chart and ensures that all required records are in the chart. Obtains brief medical history and chief complaint from patients.10%

* Calls in prescriptions for patients according to physician order.10%

* Promotes positive health behaviors and self care skills through patient education.5%

* Prepares exam rooms with appropriate instruments, supplies and equipment. Cleans exam rooms between procedures and exams.10%

* Receives and returns clinically related telephone calls; screening and forwarding those requiring physician action.10%

* Completes medical/physical history forms and other related information for insurance companies.5%

* Informs physician of changes in schedule.5%