Nurse (LPN or RN)

Company: Fast Pace Health
Location: Lake Charles
Posted on: May 12, 2022

Job Description:

Posting Title:
Nurse (LPN or RN)

Overview:
Fast Pace Health strives to provide a best in class patient experience in every interaction. We are seeking a highly-skilled, experienced Nurse to join our growing team. Our ideal candidate will be deeply committed to nurturing our Fast Pace mission of teamwork, communication, empowerment and quality care in a friendly and encouraging environment.Fast Pace Health aims to push for a new vision of healthcare in rural communities that will consist of an array of different services. We are changing the delivery of healthcare in these rural areas by integrating excellent patient care, education, accessibility, and community service, in a way that puts the patient's needs first and improves the health status of our communities.

Why Choose Fast Pace Health?:
Fast Pace Health is a growing company! You will have the support and mentoring you need to become the best Nurse you can be! We will help you grow your clinical competencies, and can offer you a rewarding career path. We work as a dynamic team to surpass our business goals by ensuring our patients receive the best care possible in a positive environment. -We offer competitive compensation and benefits such as Holida Pay, PTO, medical, dental, vision and Work-Life balance, to name a few. - As a Fast Pace Health employee you will have the opportunity to participate in community events and outreach programs. This includes, but is not limited to, seasonal parades, book drives, festivals, trunk or treating, fun runs, and more. We dress up for holidays and celebrate with pot lucks. At Fast Pace, our community is our family, and we are a family first community.

Responsibilities:
At Fast Pace Urgent Care, Nurses provide clinical and administrative support essential for effective patient care under the direct supervision of a Provider, Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. They provide outstanding patient service, maintaining a compassionate and welcoming atmosphere and respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. The Nurse position will provide effective customer service for all internal and external customers by using, excellent, in-depth knowledge as well as communicating effectively with team members.Ability to fulfill all responsibilities of the Patient Care Specialist and Scribe position as detailed in the specific Patient Care Specialist and Scribe job description .The ability to maintain friendly, cordial relations with all employees, build and maintain confidence and credibility with all employees. -Deliver clinical and administrative support for the team and adhere to all policies and procedures of the company.Ability to adhere to the Core Values of the Company, of teamwork, communication, empowerment, quality of care, and friendliness.Ensure that the activities of the Nurse are conducted in a manner that is consistent with overall department expectations and are in compliance with Federal and State regulations, guidelines, and requirements including working knowledge of all health information management issues such as HIPPA. -Prepare exam and treatment rooms for patient intake.Triage patients by checking vitals, performing blood draws and giving injections, etc.Observe patients, charting, reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment and taking any necessary action. -Assist with lab testing and phlebotomy.Assist providers in preparing for minor procedures and physicals. -Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatment. -Assist patients utilizing a Virtual Medicine Provider. 13. Ensure accurate completion of patient charts in a timely matter and forwarding charts as appropriate on a daily basis. 14. Arrange referrals to a specialist and obtaining pre-authorizations when directed by the Provider.The ability to maintain friendly, cordial relations with all clients and employees; maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that results in a positive work relationship with customers, co-workers and managers.Perform federal and non-federal DOT, BAT and Drug Screen exams.The ability to perform the physical, use of senses, cognitive, and environmental functions of the position, as specified on the physical demands.Ability to comply with Company standards of operations.Ability to adhere to the Core Values of the Company, of teamwork, communication, empowerment, quality of care, and friendliness.The ability to promote and maintain a respectful culture of employee, employer and business confidentiality. 21. Responsible for learning the aspects of compliance in the company by completing all mandatory compliance training.Ability to maintain the overall cleanliness of the office as needed to support the team and clinic environment, which may include, but not be limited to, taking out garbage, organization and cleanliness of desk, patient and office space and assistance with other team members to achieve a strong professional appearance for our employees, patients and visitors.Perform other duties as assigned by management. -

Experience Requirements and Preferences::
At least 1 year of experience as an LPN/RN preferred in clinic setting, preferably urgent care

Education Requirements::
High School Diploma or Its Equivalent

License Requirements::
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - State or Compact License, Registered Nurse (RN) - State or Compact License

Compliance:
Fast Pace Health is committed to the principle of equal employment and creating an inclusive environment for the benefit of our employees, our patients, and our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome job applications from qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, parental status, genetic information or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct. Please refer to the links below for information regarding your rights under certain federal laws: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdfhttps://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdfMississippi Residents Only:In Mississippi, Fast Pace requires pre-employment/drug/alcohol testing as a condition of employment. The law requires that Fast Pace notify applicants, in writing, upon application and prior to the collection of the specimen for drug and alcohol test, that they may be tested for "the presence of drugs [or alcohol] in their metabolites." Miss. Code. Ann. - 71-7-3(5).

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