Performs venipuncture, collects blood samples, and assists with diagnostic tests and clinical procedures to appropriate level of training and established procedures. Obtains non-invasive body fluid specimens. Documents all interactions in patient's medical record. Assists physicians and other nursing staff members with procedures as requested. Schedules patient appointments, obtains charts when needed, stocks and maintains physical environment of exam and procedure rooms. Obtain miscellaneous specimens, including blood draws.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities- Core Competency is the demonstrated ability to carry out the primary responsibilities of the job which is reflected in the Principal Duties section of the job description.
- Prepares patient, room and supplies for exams, tests, and treatments
- Performs direct patient care procedures within the LPN scope of duties.
- Stocks and orders supplies for routine and special needs
- Assists in maintaining the Medical record and documents patient care in the Medical Record
- Schedules/refers patients for appropriate ancillary services.
- Processes customer service calls as assigned.
- Performs other routine clerical or patient-care duties in support of department operations.
- Provides basic nursing services including pulmonary function testing, audiometric testing, breath alcohol testing, drug screens, vision testing, EKGs, venipuncture and immunizations.
- Applies knowledge of growth and development in patient interactions and treatment.
Education: Graduate of a vocational nursing school program. LPN licensure in State of Arkansas.
Experience: Prior experience preferred
Physical Requirements: Physical requirements include, but may not be limited to:
- Reaching and grasping with arms and hands
- Proofreading and checking documents for accuracy
- Using a keyboard to enter or transform words or data
- Hearing in normal and soft tones
- Ability to read and understand written English words and sentences
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English words and sentences
- Ability to understand spoken English words and sentences
- Ability to communicate with others by telephone and e-mail
The demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Critical Demands:
- Understanding, supporting and promoting the organizational values inherent in the philosophy of Mena Regional Health Systems .
- Performing job duties in a manner which demonstrates the values of Mena Regional Health System and its commitment to customer service
- Ability to use good judgment with good computer skills
- Requires a high degree of tact, discretion, accuracy and confidentiality in dealing within the hospital as well as community
- Safety Sensitive Position
- Performing Life-threatening procedures
- Complying with Human Resources policies and procedures
Skills Required
- Graduate of a vocational nursing school program
- LPN licensure in the State of Arkansas
- Prior experience
- Ability to communicate in spoken and written English
- Good computer skills and judgment
What We Do
Mena Regional Health System is a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital dedicated to providing accessible, compassionate patient care with a hometown touch, offering a diverse array of inpatient and outpatient services.
