LPN Coordinator

Summary:

The LPN Coordinator supports the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care by combining clinical expertise with operational coordination. This role assists providers in performing healthcare services for patients, oversees daily workflows, and serves as a resource for medical assistants and other LPNs. Responsibilities include direct patient care, medication administration, and coordination of clinical operations to ensure compliance, efficiency, and patient satisfaction.

Accountabilities:

• Clinical Responsibilities: 

• Administers prescribed medications, injections, and vaccines; reads PPD results under provider direction.

 • Obtains and documents vital signs; reports abnormal findings promptly.

 • Performs EKGs and other screening tests; assists with minor surgical procedures while maintaining sterile technique. 

• Collects, tests, and prepares specimens for transport; documents results and takes appropriate action for abnormal findings.

 • Triages patient calls and escalates to RN or provider as needed.

 • Cleans, disinfects, and sterilizes instruments; ensures equipment is in proper working order.

 • Maintains medication storage areas and monitors expiration dates.

 • Operational Responsibilities: 

• Oversees daily schedule, staffing, and workflow for assigned area; communicates changes effectively. 

• Acts as liaison between staff and management; disseminates information and escalates issues as needed. 

• Monitors real-time performance metrics and provides coaching; may gather input for performance evaluations. 

• Participates in interviewing and onboarding new staff; provides orientation and training support. 

• Ensures compliance with regulatory standards (OSHA, HIPAA, TJC, etc.) and practice policies.

 • Maintains inventory of clinical supplies and coordinates ordering. 

• Serves as EMR resource for staff and supports accurate documentation. 

• Patient Care Coordination: 

• Facilitates communication with specialists, ancillary services, and other health providers. 

• Prepares paperwork and documentation for patient visits; manages test results and referrals. 

• Assists in resolving patient concerns or complaints in collaboration with management. 

• Performs duties in accordance with Penn Medicine and entity values, policies, and procedures 

• Other duties as assigned to support the unit, department, entity, and health system organization UPHS Organizational

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