Licensed Practical Nurse Scribe

David Raines Community Health Centers is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse Scribe to provide basic and skilled nursing care to patients under the direction of an RN, NP, or Physician. In this role, you will work in a community health center setting, accompanying providers into patient rooms to document encounters in real-time, ensure accuracy of medical records, and assist with clinical tasks in a high-volume patient care environment.

Responsibilities

• Accurately document the provider's dictation, patient history, review of systems, past medical and surgical history, and physical exam findings
• Accompany the provider into patient rooms to document encounters in real-time
• Input diagnostic results, lab results, and medication lists as instructed by the provider
• Obtain vital signs, weight, and other measurements
• Instruct and assist patients in specimen collection as ordered
• Perform point of care testing such as urine pregnancy tests, urine dipsticks, hematocrits, and blood glucose testing
• Observe changes in patient condition and report to the provider when indicated
• Intervene in or assist with emergency situations
• Review health records prior to provider seeing patient and ensure lab and diagnostic test results are in medical records
• Prepare patients for examinations or procedures
• Prepare and administer oral, intramuscular, and subcutaneous medications according to provider orders and clinical policy
• Assist with clinical tasks such as preparing exam rooms and patient intake
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment
• Report equipment malfunctions to the Nursing Supervisor or Clinic Manager
• Collect necessary equipment and supplies, checking equipment operation prior to procedures
• Provide patient education for diagnostic test preparation and special home health care
• Assist in ordering supplies while avoiding overstocking
• Properly dispose of contaminated sharps and trash
• Clean and check refrigerator temperatures as assigned
• Prepare exam and treatment rooms for the next day
• Maintain strict adherence to HIPAA and patient confidentiality regulations
• Maintain a quick, efficient, and accurate pace to support high-volume patient flow

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program
• Current Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse license in the State of Louisiana
• Valid BLS certification from American Heart Association
• Ability to prioritize workload and multitask
• Attention to detail and critical thinking skills
• Proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) systems
• Excellent verbal and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a clinical or healthcare setting
• Minimum one year of experience in related duties

Benefits

• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid time off and extended leave days
• Discounted services
• Loan repayment options
• Continuing education days

Note: Eligibility for all benefits is based on position and job classification.