Treat acute, chronic and complex disease management and promote wellness and illness prevention through direct member care for all ages as directed by a provider within the scope of licensure
Take member vitals, input member symptoms into an electronic medical record, collect laboratory specimens and administer immunization/shots within the scope of licensure
Communicate medical knowledge in lay-person terms to enhance patient education and understanding of acute, chronic and progressive disease processes
Prepare equipment, members and physician for office-based procedures and testing
Schedule follow-up appointments, referrals, and diagnostic testing and obtain member records to ensure the continuity of care
Follow established policies and procedures to work in clinic environment involving possible exposure to potentially hazardous materials and situations that require safety precautions and may include use of personnel protective equipment
REQUIREMENTS
Active Missouri LPN License
BLS/CPR Card
Prior Patient Care Experience,
Skilled with vaccine administration, phlebotomy, processing lab specimens
