JOB TYPE: Full-Time
Who We Are:
As the only independent and physician-led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University Clinical Health (UCH) offers best-in-class clinical care through a network of 175+ providers across 19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid-South community. UCH is a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported group practice and is here to serve the community while providing medical excellence to our patients.
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will provide professional nursing care for patients' comfort and well-being, including preparing equipment, triaging patient concerns, and assisting physicians during examinations and treatments. In addition, the LPN will obtain patient vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration. Responsibilities will also include coordinating procedure scheduling, obtaining prior authorizations, observing and maintaining records on patient care, condition, reaction, and progress through the electronic medical records.
Key Results Areas (KRAs):
· Patient Assessment
· Patient education/resources
· Patient procedures
· Exam room readiness
· Equipment availability and effectiveness
· Pre-certification/authorization effectiveness
· HIPPA/regulatory compliance
· Team effectiveness
Core Competencies
· Knowledge of the following:
o Nursing, anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology specific to Pulmonology
o Equipment, sterilize techniques, and procedures of treatment
o OSHA regulations
o Application of medical chart requirements
· Ability to read charts to ensure lab tests and reports are included for physician review
· Demonstrated ability to perform medical assessments
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Interacts with people effectively.
· Able and willing to share and receive information
· Pays close attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness
· Adapts to changing work environments, work priorities, and organizational needs.
Requirements
Education & Experience:
· Licensed Practical Nurse Certification is Required
· At least 1 year of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse is Required
University Clinical Health has more than 175 renowned physicians experienced in over 19 disciplines, from excellence in plastic surgery and ophthalmology to providing care to critically ill and premature infants at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital and the Sheldon B. Korones Newborn Center at Regional One Health. From nephrology care in hospitals and dialysis centers to the highest quality family practice, addiction medicine and dermatology at our own clinical practice offices, University Clinical Health physicians offer primary and specialty care across the Mid-South and beyond. Our physicians serve on the faculty at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine, providing them with access to cutting-edge medical research and the latest medical treatments, and their patients with the best and most current care available. Many of our physicians have also been recognized nationally for their contributions to their respective fields by publications such as Best Doctors in America® and America’s Top Doctors®. All of our doctors are recognized experts in their fields and respected educators. If you have a medical need, a call to University Clinical Health can be your first step toward treatment.
