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LPN or CMA (MUST BE
CERTIFIED OR LICENSED)
DERMATOLOGY ASSOCIATES, PSC
LOUISVILLE, KY 40205
This job reports to
the Nurse Manager/Administration and pays $12.50 - $15.00 per
hour and no bonus.
Relocation is not provided and travel is not required
Number of openings for
this position: 1
Eligible for Over-Time: YES
Eligible of Shift Differential: NO
Overview
PTO AND BENEFITS AFTER 90 DAYS
DERMATOLOGY EXPERIENCE PREFERRED
Job Skills/Requirements
Examples of Duties:
1. Performs general nursing care to patients and assist physician during Mohs
surgery. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with
nursing standards and physician orders.
2. Prepares equipment and aids physician during treatment, examination, and
surgical procedures.
3. Greets patients and prepares them for physician examination by having them
in proper undress.
4. Obtains detailed and pertinent medical history from patient prior to
examination. Uses nursing expertise and excellent
interviewing skills to assure necessary information is obtained.
5. Responsible for preparation of exam rooms. Restocks lab and exam rooms and
obtains liquid nitrogen daily.
6. Clean and autoclave instruments, prepare surgery trays, and mix
medications.
7. Follows OSHA guidelines and sees that OSHA Maintenance/Cleaning is
completed. Follows CLIA regulations.
8. Responsible for notifying and explaining lab/biopsy results to patients.
Assists with patient scheduling.
9. Performs patient phone triage and handles pharmacy requests. Communicates physicians instructions to patients via phone.
10. Screen phone requests for work-in appointments.
11. Reviews patient insurance requirements prior to completing lab
requisitions.
12. Assist with medical emergencies as needed.
13. Attends required meetings, participates in committees and assists with
community education as requested.
14. Participates in professional development activities and maintains
professional affiliations, license and CPR certification.
15. Maintains patient confidentiality.
16. Suggests solutions to patient care problems and complaints.
17. Set-up and administer Patch Testing.
18. Monitor patient vital signs per treatment or condition requirements.
19. Provides patient and family education as needed.
20. Perform suture removals and wound dressings.
21. Performs related work/various duties as assigned.
22. Professional conduct and team player a must.
Performance Requirements: Knowledge of professional nursing theory and
practice to give and evaluate patient care. Knowledge of organizational
policies, regulations and procedures to administer patient care. Knowledge of
medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care. Knowledge of
common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of
professional nursing to provide on-going patient care. Skill in identifying
problems and recommending solutions. Skill in preparing and maintaining
records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence. Skill in
developing and maintaining department quality assurance. Skill in
establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients,
medical staff, and the public. Ability to maintain quality control standards.
Ability to react calmly an effectively in emergency
situations. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and
procedures. Ability to communicate clearly.
Education Requirements: Graduate from an accredited school of practical
nursing.
FULL TIME WITH BENEFITS
Pay Type: Hourly.
Educational Allowance: $100.00 per year (pro-rated to hire date).
Additional Information/Benefits
MUST HAVE A VALID UNRESTRICTED LPN LICENSE, CMA is not sufficient for this
position.
DERMATOLOGY PROCEDURE AND/OR SURGICAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED,
GENERAL DERMATOLOGY EXPERIENCE A PLUS.
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision
Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term
Disability, 401K/403b Plan
Screening Requirements: Drug Screen, Criminal Background Check, LICENSE
VERIFICATION
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