Nursing Jobs in Hopkinsville, KY

LPN Urgent Care Full-time
Jennie Stuart Health

Urgent Care Certified Medical Assistant / Medical Assistant / Licensed Practical Nurse - Full Time

apartment Jennie Stuart Health location_onHopkinsville, KY
This is a general job description, and not necessarily an extensive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, management reserves the right to revise the job or require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (i.e., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, or technical developments). Essential Job Functions 1. Places the patients in the examination room. Takes histories and physical exam information. Obtains vital signs, ascertains patient complaint or reason for visit and enters the information into the patient’s record. Checks the patient record to insure all required information has been obtained and completed. 2. Completes disability status sheet and fax to proper places, as requested. 3. Writes school/work excuses and provider orders, and has provider sign. 4. Prior to patient visit, performs the following: a. Ensures that all equipment in exam room is clean and properly set up. b. Ensures supplies are adequate. 5. Cleans and restocks examination rooms for the day’s use. Reviews patient records, x-rays, and test results for the day’s visit and prepares necessary paperwork. 6. Accompanies the provider while seeing patients, when appropriate. 7. Screens telephone calls for the provider, and takes clinical messages, as appropriate. 8. Answers patient inquiries with respect to medical questions within the scope of practice and practice policy. 9. Takes calls from the pharmacist. Calls or electronically submits prescriptions and prescription refills to pharmacy as directed by the provider. 10. Coordinates diagnostic and laboratory services for patients on an outpatient basis such as PT, MRIs, Bone Scans, CTs, etc. and completes proper paperwork. 11. Assists provider in examination and surgical or diagnostic procedures and treatment, as well as preps patients. 12. Marks superbill or documents EHR for any procedures and injections performed and any supplies used. 13. Makes arrangements with proper agencies for administration of patient home health care as directed by provider. 14. Coordinates provider referrals to other providers and relays proper information about the patient. 15. Maintains all clinical equipment to include sterilizing, as applicable. Evaluates all equipment for damage or maintenance needs, and reports information to the Practice Manager. 16. Checks clinical supplies and initiates the ordering process. 17. Via electronic, paper or other forms of receipt reviews and completes clinical mail for the provider when appropriate/authorized. 18. Prepares patient insurance forms completely prior to giving to provider for review and signature.
Caregiver Part-time
Professional Case Management

Caregiver (RPCA) - RPCA, TN

apartment Professional Case Management location_onClarksville, TN
$15 - $17.50 / HOUR
Make a Difference on Your Own Schedule and Terms! The relative personal care attendant (RPCA) is a relative of the client who is trained to provide non-skilled personal care and related homemaker services in the home. He/she functions under the direction, instruction and supervision of the Agency Supervisor, Agency Manager or Case Manager depending on state regulations Qualifications MUST BE A FAMILY MEMBER OR PREFERRED FRIEND OF A PCM CLIENT TO APPLY! Completion of the ninth (9th) grade; prefer high school graduate Able to read and write consistent with job requirements Possession of the emotional and cognitive maturity necessary for establishing and maintaining a good working relationship with the client, client’s family, and Agency personnel Neat, clean personal appearance Free from health problems that may be injurious to client, self and coworkers and presents the required documents to indicate such Must have annual TB skin tests and submit proof to Human Resources Possess reliable transportation Ability to demonstrate the appropriate PCP knowledge and skills related to the following (passing score on skills validation test required): Appropriate work experience and/or experience with caregiving Methodology for assisting clients to achieve maximum self-reliance Principles of nutrition and meal preparation Principles of the aging process and emotional issues related to illness and long-term home care Procedures for maintaining a clean, healthful and pleasant environment Maintenance of ethics and confidentiality of client care Roles of healthcare team members and inter-relationships in care Providing information for supervisors and maintaining appropriate and required records in relation to plan of care, report and timesheet, reporting concerns/changes in client condition/home environment, supervisory visits and recertification Basic non-skilled personal care and housekeeping tasks Interest and concern for people Good judgment and tact in dealing with people Proper hygiene and knowledge of basic safety and sanitation Standard Precautions and basic infection prevention and control practices Awareness that counseling is available if needed for difficult cases and potentially dangerous situations Essential Functions/Areas of Accountability Follow the plan of care prepared by the supervisor with the client to provide the following: Help client maintain personal hygiene Assist in maintaining a healthful, safe environment Plan and prepare nutritious meals Shop for groceries and supplies when instructed to do so by the client and as indicated in the plan of care Assist client with non-skilled personal care as directed in the written scope of practice including bathing, skin care, hair care, nail care, mouth care, shaving, dressing, feeding, ambulation, exercise, transfers, positioning, bladder and bowel care, medication reminding, respiratory care, accompanying, homemaking, protective oversight, and respite care. See scope of practice for guidelines Encourage the client to become as independent as possible within activities allowed in the plan of care Provide positive emotional support while performing tasks in the client’s home Perform routine housekeeping tasks as related to a safe and comfortable environment for the client as instructed in the plan of care; may include routine, light housekeeping, meal preparation, dishwashing, bed making, laundry, shopping, and teaching the client these tasks as appropriate Follow standard precautions whenever giving any aspect of client care Establish a relationship with the client and the client’s family which conveys trust and confidentiality Complete visit reports with time in and time out each day of client visit, document services provided, obtain client’s signature each visit, and submit to the Agency per established guidelines Report any client concerns or condition changes to the Agency Supervisor or Agency Manager or designee (do not perform client assessment) Carry out assignments as instructed by the plan of care and report to the supervisor and/or designee if unable to do so Works in conjunction with personnel of other agencies involved in the client’s care as directed by the Agency Supervisor or Agency Manager Maintain confidentiality at all times Perform only those functions specified in the plan of care for each individual client; never provide skilled care for the client Follow emergency procedures in the event of any incident- accident, injury or significant change in the client’s condition- and report the incident to the Agency Supervisor, Agency Manager or Agency as soon as safely possible Standard Rate: $15.00 - $17.50 HourlyPlease contact Shalima Bell at or at Shalima.Bell@procasemanagement.com today to learn more about our opportunities where you can make a difference in your own career! Professional Case Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
LPN Part-time
Five Star Senior Living

Licensed Practical Nurse

apartment Five Star Senior Living location_onClarksville, TN
The Opportunity The Licensed Caregiver – LPN is part of the Health & Wellness Team responsible for providing high-quality care to our residents under the supervision of registered nurses and healthcare professionals. What You’ll Do Helping residents with personal hygiene, including bathing, grooming, and dressing Supporting residents with medication. Repositioning residents in bed and escorting them around the community Toileting, incontinent care Take vital signs, such as blood pressure, heart rate and pulse Observe and report on residents’ health, escalating any problems efficiently and effectively Detail daily reports to Nurse, or designated charge person, at end of shift Provide emotional support and serve as a source of comfort for residents and their loved ones Recognize abnormal changes in body functioning and report to a supervisor Perform nursing assessments, including vital signs monitoring, physical examinations, and health status evaluations, to identify and address resident needs promptly. Provide wound care and other nursing interventions as directed by the registered nurse or healthcare provider, following applicable state regulations, established protocols and infection control practices. Responsibilities include customer service, safety, resident care, and communication. What You’ll Bring POSITION REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must pass State and Company criminal background/drug screens. Demonstrates effective time management skills. High school graduate or equivalent. Must have a valid, unrestricted nursing license in the state. Current CPR certification. Maintain CEU requirements. Read, write, speak and understand the English language. Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Interpret and implement written or oral policies, procedures, and instructions. Staff supervision Assessment and resident care skills; Medication management principles and practice; and Written and verbal communication skills.