LPN

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Clinical Care Team

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care and clinical support under the supervision of a physician or Advanced Practice Provider (APP) within Village Heart & Vein. The LPN works as an integral member of the provider care team to deliver high-quality, compassionate cardiovascular care while supporting efficient patient flow, clinical documentation, patient education, and care coordination.

This position functions similarly to a Certified Medical Assistant but utilizes the additional education and licensure of an LPN to perform nursing functions permitted under Florida law and Village Heart & Vein policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Prepare patients for examination and treatment.
• Obtain and document vital signs, height, weight, medication lists, allergies, and chief complaints.
• Perform focused patient assessments within the LPN scope of practice.
• Assist physicians and APPs during examinations and office procedures.
• Prepare exam rooms and procedure rooms.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA.

Clinical Support

• Administer medications and injections as ordered by the provider and within Florida scope of practice.
• Perform EKGs and other ordered diagnostic testing.
• Assist with stress testing and other cardiovascular diagnostic procedures as trained.
• Perform venipuncture and specimen collection.
• Prepare laboratory specimens for processing.
• Perform dressing changes and wound care as directed.
• Remove sutures or staples when ordered and trained.
• Assist with IV starts if permitted by licensure, training, and organizational policy.
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain clinical equipment.

Patient Education

• Reinforce provider instructions regarding medications, procedures, and treatment plans.
• Provide patient education using approved educational materials.
• Answer routine clinical questions within scope and refer complex concerns to the provider or RN.
• Review pre-procedure and post-procedure instructions with patients.

Care Coordination

• Coordinate referrals, diagnostic testing, and follow-up appointments.
• Assist with prior authorizations and clinical documentation when appropriate.
• Monitor provider task lists and assist with completion of clinical workflows.
• Communicate patient concerns promptly to the provider.

Documentation

• Document patient care accurately within the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Record administered medications and treatments.
• Maintain accurate nursing documentation in accordance with regulatory standards.

Infection Prevention & Safety

• Follow OSHA, CDC, and infection control guidelines.
• Maintain clean and safe patient care areas.
• Properly dispose of biohazardous materials.
• Participate in emergency response activities as assigned.

Team Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians, APPs, RNs, medical assistants, and administrative staff.
• Assist with training new clinical employees.
• Support practice quality improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.

Licensure

• Current Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing.
• Current BLS certification required.
• ACLS preferred.

Experience

• One year of clinical nursing experience preferred.
• Cardiology or internal medicine experience preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical records preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of cardiovascular terminology and common cardiac conditions.
• Excellent patient communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with providers.
• Proficient computer and EMR skills.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to assist patients with mobility when necessary.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to perform clinical procedures.

Work Environment

• Outpatient cardiology practice.
• Frequent interaction with patients, providers, and multidisciplinary staff.
• Exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other clinical hazards; appropriate PPE is required.