Lpn Triage Nurse-noblesville Family Medicine; M, T, Th, F 7am-5pm.
About the Role
Job Summary
Prepares and assists physician/provider in the examination and treatment of patients in the medical office. Ability to assist physician/provider with examinations, diagnostic processes, and treatments. Arranges diagnostic testing and hospital admission. Obtains insurance authorizations. Schedules outpatient and inpatient procedures. Performs patient assessment and triage. Prepares and administers patient medication. Performs laboratory and diagnostic testing in the medical office setting.
Job Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for physician examination. Measure and record at least three vital signs per patient visit. Gather patient assessment information relating to patient's learning and education ability. Provides patient education and patient family education.
- Assess and document patient condition to the specifications of the physician/provider and written policies and procedures. Assume information management responsibilities. Provide legible and signature authenticated documentation of all actions taken to the patient's medical record and maintain proper medical records at all times.
- Perform telephone triage, communicate and adjudicate physician/provider orders and provide timely and accurate medical documentation of actions taken. Maintain examination rooms, back office area and supplies.
- Perform phlebotomy, administer injections, immunizations and other special procedures. Perform laboratory testing in compliance with written policies and procedures.
- Knowledgeable of and demonstrate skills in the principles of infection prevention, reduction and controls appropriate for the medical setting.
- Schedule doctors' orders for other providers, procedures and tests, surgery, collaborate test results, and share necessary information with Healthcare providers and patients as required. Collaborates with patient and providers to arrange diagnostic testing, specialist appointments and hospital admissions.
- Responsible to obtain authorizations from managed care insurance companies for patient referrals to specialists. Provide documentation of authorization obtainment and maintain referral and authorization records. Counsel patients in the office and over the telephone regarding the referral requirements of their insurance carrier.
- Collaborate and inform patients of necessary prep information, collection of co-pays and deductibles. Demonstrate initiative and willingness to help others on a consistent basis.
- Perform all Quality Assurance functions and procedures necessary to meet and maintain regulatory requirements. Support management decisions and the goals and objectives of the department.
- Demonstrate professional demeanor, compassion, good interpersonal skills and a positive attitude with patients, patient families, co-workers, other physician offices, hospital departments and all other entities.
- Attend continuing education classes when required. Maintains required licenses. Attend 75% of all scheduled department meetings.
- Maintain confidentiality of all patient visits, records and correspondence and maintain confidentiality of departmental issues when necessary. Actively work to ensure that patient rights are identified and met for every patient.
- Comply with all applicable policies and procedures, including, but not limited to all departmental and functional policy and procedure. Participate in performance improvement activities as requested.
- Demonstrate a knowledge of team dynamics and contribute to team building and skills related to participation in and strengthening of the multidisciplinary team approach to the delivery of patient care and organization function.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education Requirements
- Minimum: Nursing School Graduate
- Preferred: Licensed or Certification in Practical Nursing
Experience Requirements
- Minimum: Previous patient care experience
- Preferred: One-year (1) previous medical office desired
License/Certification Requirements
Minimum:
- Licensed Practice Nurse License in the State of Indiana
- BLS through the American Heart Association
Qualifications
Education
High School or better in Other or related field.
GED or better in Other or related field.
Licenses & Certifications
Cert Clin Medical Asst
Lic Practical Nurse
BLS- Basic Life Support
Why Riverview Health?
You chose a nursing career because you care for people and serve as a champion and advocate for their health and wellbeing. Riverview Health provides an environment where you can deliver on your passion for providing compassionate, patient-centered care to everyone in our community. We deliver on our promise of exceptional care by continually promoting a progressive, nurturing culture and supporting the wellbeing of our community through educational seminars, screenings and other events designed to help patients and their families stay healthy.
Riverview Health is one of the largest employers in Hamilton County, Indiana, and is located in one of the fastest growing and most desirable communities in the state. With more than 125 years of experience delivering healthcare, we serve our community with two hospitals, three freestanding emergency department / urgent care centers, community outreach programs, and outpatient primary and specialty care practices. We believe our best is yet to come as we continue to expand our services and reach in response to community needs, our promise of exceptional care, and our partnership with Parkview Health.
Flexible scheduling and career growth.
We know our nurses are juggling multiple personal and professional responsibilities. To accommodate the different needs of our staff, Riverview Health offers self-scheduling along with a wide variety of shift options tailored to individual departments. Our size provides nurses with opportunities to experience care delivery across different clinical settings and patient acuity levels, supporting continuous learning, growth, and skill development. Nurses at Riverview Health serve patient populations in the following areas:
· Acute Rehabilitation
· Cardiac Rehabilitation
· Cardiology and Cardiac Catheterization
· Emergency
· Emergency / Urgent Care
· Endoscopy Surgical Center
· Infusion Therapy
· Intensive Care
· Maternity / Labor & Delivery
· Medical Oncology
· Medical Surgical
· Nursing Administration
· Organizational Improvement / Infection Prevention
· Primary Care Physician Practice
· Progressive Care Unit
· Radiation Oncology
· Surgical Services
· Wound Care
A culture of support, teamwork and collaboration.
Those who have worked in smaller health systems recognize the positive work relationships, the ability to resolve issues quickly, and the level of teamwork demonstrated across care teams. At Riverview Health, our employees value the autonomy of practicing at the top of their license, the opportunity to build meaningful patient connections, and deliver care that is truly community focused. Our team members know they are valued and cared for as people, not numbers.
Nurses are supported by onsite providers with 24/7 hospitalist coverage in ER, Inpatient, and Maternity areas, as well as round the clock house supervisors and charge staff, ensuring support is available when it is needed.
Responsibilities
- Assist with examinations and treatments
- Perform triage and patient assessments
- Manage patient records and documentation
Qualifications
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- BLS/ACLS optional
- Active LPN license in Indiana
Required Skills
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