Mercy Health
Youngstown, OH
BSMMHPUSR288651EXTERNALENUS
JOB SUMMARY The Lead Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing physician support as applicable, and comprehensive nursing care to patients and their families under the direction of the physician. This position supports the Practice Manager in coordinating and leading practice personnel to ensure consistent standards of practice and competencies in the delivery of patient care services. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Demonstrates clinical expertise in the care of the assigned patient specialty and is recognized as a resource in practice specialty by physicians and staff. Monitors patient flow and takes appropriate action to optimize practice visit times; communicates delays to patients. Receives patients from the waiting room, escorts to the exam room, prepares patient for exam. Obtains and records vital signs, height and weight, major complaint, medication and allergies Collects various specimens (i.e. urine, sputum) by following...