Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

Job Description

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN)/Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Department: Outpatient Services

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt - Eligible for Overtime
Employment Status: PRN

Effective Date (Created or latest Revision): 03/03/2025

Job Summary/Objective:
The LPN/RN in the outpatient clinic provides professional nursing care to patients within a clinic or
physician practice setting. Responsibilities include assisting physicians during treatments and
examinations, administering medications as per physician orders, and performing other
therapeutic measures either independently or under physician guidance. The LPN/RN observes,
records, and reports symptoms, reactions, and patient progress, while also providing patient
education on illness management, disease prevention, and health promotion. State licensure is
required.

Essential Functions/Duties/Responsibilities:
Deliver professional nursing care in compliance with physician directives and established
clinic protocols.
Assist physicians during patient examinations, minor procedures, and treatments.
Administer medications and perform therapeutic interventions as ordered by physicians or
within nursing scope of practice.
Conduct patient assessments, including vital signs, medical histories, and presenting
symptoms.
Observe and document patient conditions, symptoms, and responses to treatments, and
communicate findings to the healthcare team.
Provide patient education on managing chronic illnesses, preventing disease, and
promoting overall health and wellness.
Perform diagnostic tests such as blood draws, EKGs, or wound cultures and prepare
specimens for laboratory analysis.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient medical records in the electronic health record
(EHR) system.
Triage incoming patient calls and walk-ins, providing clinical advice and scheduling followup care as necessary.
Ensure compliance with infection control, medication safety, and patient privacy standards.
Collaborate with physicians, medical assistants, and other team members to deliver
coordinated, patient-centered care.
Monitor and restock clinical supplies and equipment, ensuring readiness for patient care
activities.

Skills / Abilities:
Strong clinical nursing skills with the ability to perform independent nursing functions.
Effective verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and
healthcare teams.
Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems and clinical documentation.
Ability to educate patients and families on complex medical conditions and treatments.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills in a fast-paced clinic environment.
Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care delivery.

Education, Certificates, and License:

Education:
Associate or Bachelors Degree in Nursing (ASN or BSN) required.

Certificates / License:
Current LPN or RN license in the state of Missouri or ability to obtain.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, active or within 30 days of hire.

Experience:
Minimum of 1 year of clinical nursing experience preferred.
Experience in outpatient or clinic settings is advantageous.

Physical Requirements:
Mobility: Frequent standing, walking, and occasional bending or reaching.
Dexterity: Fine motor skills for administering injections and operating medical equipment.
Posture: Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods during patient care and
documentation.
Lifting: Occasionally lift/move supplies or equipment weighing up to 25 lbs.

EEOC Statement:
Harrison County Community Hospital District provides equal employment opportunities to all
employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard
to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status,
sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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