LPN-Employer Health Services

* Provides direct patient care to include assessment and evaluation of an injured worker. Consults with provider and makes changes in treatment plan as needed. Maintains a knowledge base of workers compensation laws and regulations. Assess, document, and work-up physicals for providers which include DOT, pre-employment, executive, basic, and respiratory. Reports any concerns or issues to provider prior to physical exam. 20%

* Provides DOT and non-DOT breath alcohol testing and urine drug screen collection for all national reference laboratories. Receives and maintains certification and expertise in DOT and non-DOT urine drug and breath alcohol testing including knowledge of federal regulations. 25%

* Performs audiometric and spirometry testing as mandated by OSHA. Receives and maintains proficiency and certification including knowledge of OSHA standards.5%

* Performs phone triage and involves providers when needed but uses critical thinking skills and advanced knowledge to handle the majority of calls.5%

* Communicates with patient, employers, insurance carriers, case managers, and other medical providers to discuss testing results and evaluations with recommended treatment plan and follow-up care as directed by provider. Calls in prescriptions as directed by providers.10%

* Triages workers comp injuries and incoming referrals, prioritizes scheduling of office visits and testing. Coordinates MRO visits to include verification of prescriptions and visit/call with provider. 5%

* Performs nursing assessments for new employees based on employer requirements. Provides adult immunizations and PPDs to comply with company standards.15%

* Assists providers with in-office procedures. Provides comfort and safety measures for patients before, during, and after the procedure.5%

* Maintains a safe environment for patients to include awareness of safety procedures, protocols, and adherence to patient care standards. Participates in environmental and infection control rounds to ensure safe environment.5%

* Maintains professional practice standards, guidelines, policies, procedures, and current specific knowledge through education and professional activities.5%