Licensed Practical Nurse - Full Time Days - Internal/Family Medicine at Williamson Health summary: Licensed Practical Nurse providing clinical support in an internal and family medicine setting, performing patient assessments, administering immunizations, and assisting physicians with medical procedures. Skilled in managing patient communications, coordinating referrals, and maintaining clinical supplies to ensure smooth office operations. Committed to delivering compassionate, culturally competent care while upholding safety and quality standards in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Summary

ABOUT WILLIAMSON HEALTH | Williamson Health is a regional healthcare system based in Williamson County, Tennessee, with more than 2,300 employees across more than 30 locations and more than 860 physicians and advanced care practitioners offering exceptional healthcare across 60-plus specialties and subspecialties close to home. The flagship facility, Williamson Medical Center, which recently opened its new Boyer-Bryan West Tower, offers extensive women's services, state-of-the-art cardiology services, advanced surgical technologies, an award-winning obstetrics and NICU, leading-edge orthopaedics, outpatient imaging services, and distinct comprehensive emergency and inpatient services for both adult and pediatric patients. Other Williamson Health service providers include the Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee, The Turner-Dugas Breast Health Center, Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital Vanderbilt at Williamson Medical Center, Williamson Health physician practices that are strategically located throughout the community, countywide Emergency Medical Services that include 18 rapid response units, Williamson Health Foundation, and multiple joint venture Vanderbilt Health and Williamson Medical Center Walk-In Clinics in Williamson County. Learn more about our many specialized services at WilliamsonHealth.org.

Williamson Health is a system where your talents will be valued and your skillset expanded. We are rooted in our promise to world-class, compassionate care for the residents of Williamson County and surrounding communities, taking exceptional pride in serving our community. We're committed to empowering our employees to work in innovative ways and reserve time and space for curiosity, laughter and creativity. We value and support the diversity and cultural differences among one another and are committed to upholding an inclusive environment that appreciates the uniqueness of all individuals. Our values are at the heart of everything we do: respect for every individual, the health and total well-being of all people, human compassion and integrity. These shape who we are as an organization and are essential for delivering the highest level of culturally competent care and treatment of every patient, family member, visitor, physician and employee.

Williamson Health is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefits program, that offers you choice and flexibility, so you can take charge of your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. o Medical, Dental, Vision o PTO o Retirement Matching o Tuition reimbursement o Discount programs o FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts) o Identity Theft Protection o Legal Aid

Williamson Health is an equal-opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position provides clinical nursing support to Williamson Health Medical Group by communicating clinical information to patients and businesses, scheduling tests and consultations, obtaining clinical specimens, assessing patients, performing clinical office procedures and maintaining adequate clinical supplies.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Formal Education / Training:

Earned a nursing diploma or degree from a college or university

Licensed by the State of Tennessee.

Workplace Experience:

One year of experience in medical office environment

Equipment and Skills Training:

Must be competent in the use Glucometer, BP cuff, thermometer, computer, stethoscope, audio scope, business phone and various oral and injectable medications.

Physical Environment:

Office environment

Physical Effort:

Must be able to sit, stand, communicate, in English, both orally and in writing and lift over 20 pounds.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Accurately records patient's medical history and vital signs. Gives patients immunizations and injections as appropriate. Counsel patients on health related issues. Orders and maintains clinical supplies and pharmaceuticals Coordinates referrals to other medical services Secures consultations and specialists. Triages phone calls and addresses patient portal messages. Obtain prior authorization for medications and diagnostic testing Assists physician with med/surg procedures Observes universal precautions Maintains quality assurance for office lab Observes proper lifting techniques to prevent injury Coordinates with pharmacies to insure patients have adequate supplies of medicine

Keywords: licensed practical nurse, clinical nursing support, patient assessment, immunizations, medication administration, medical office procedures, patient referrals, vital signs recording, health counseling, clinical supplies management