Pediatrics-LPN/MA-FT

Job Title:        Office Nurse

Objective:       Primary objective is to provide nursing support within the Department or Clinic-wide when requested, follow instruction of physician/provider, adhere to all policies and procedures of Murfreesboro Medical Clinic and meet the needs of our patients in a teamwork approach. 

Essential Functions

v  Maintain patient morale.

v  Answer patient’s questions.

v  Keep workspace and exam rooms clean.

v  Meet or exceed patient, doctor/provider and staff expectations through a cooperative, teamwork approach.

v  Set up and equip procedure and exam rooms, assist doctor/provider in office procedures and exams.

v  Sterilize and clean equipment after using.

v  Utilize computer to schedule appointments and procedures.

v  Schedule procedures, explain procedures and prep to patients.

v  Notify patients of test results as directed by doctor/provider and chart all contacts.

v  Administer injections, maintain and disperse drugs from supply closet.

v  Chart all communications with patients, call prescriptions to pharmacy as directed by doctor/provider, file labwork, radiology reports and other documents in patient chart.

v  Be knowledgeable of and adhere to all OSHA guidelines.

v  Be knowledgeable of and adhere to all MMC policies and procedures.

Education & Experience     MA/LPN/CNA required.

Skills / Abilities

v  Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time, ability to be flexible.

v  Skill in appropriate assessment, examination and treatment of patient care issues. 

v  Skills in communicating effectively with co-workers, doctors/providers and patients. 

v  Skill in effectively role modeling appropriate behavior.

v  Ability to react calmly and competently in stressful situations.

v  Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with patients, doctors/providers, co-workers and vendors.

v  Ability to plan, organize and prioritize assignments.

Environmental/ Working Conditions

Combination of office, exam and other clinical settings.  Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, bodily fluids and other conditions common to nursing situations.

Physical / Mental Demands  

Varied activities including sitting, walking, bending, reaching, lifting and stooping.  Occasional stresses from multiple patient care responsibilities.

Department Standards

All representatives of the Pediatrics Department are expected to 1) promote an image of professionalism, 2) perform all duties asked of them in a timely and efficient manner, and 3) focus primarily on providing excellent customer service.

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements.  Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.