Not exact matches
The core
responsibility of a
physician, barring his medical
license, is to allow patients to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare.
Professional Duties &
Responsibilities Licensed practical nurse with experience in varied medical specialties Training in geriatric, surgical, psychiatric, pediatric, and obstetric nursing Carried out
physician orders in accordance with treatment plan Monitored, recorded, and reported patient condition to
physicians and senior nursing staff Administered medications and dietary supplements, inserted tube feeds, and monitored vitals Performed wound care in stage 1 and 2 ulcers and assisted team with more serious stages Assisted with oxygen setup and tracheostomy care Oversaw blood glucose testing and reported abnormal values to medical team Maintained up to date knowledge
of medical and surgical standards
of care Demonstrated the clinical knowledge and judgment necessary for high quality patient care Provided administrative support to
physicians, residents, and nursing staff as needed Managed medical supplies and equipment ensuring adequate and functioning materials Performed all duties in a positive, professional, and timely manner
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)-- Duties &
Responsibilities Provide support to other staff and coordinate all care efforts while acting as primary point
of contact to patients Perform frequent patient evaluations, including initial and on - going examinations, monitoring and tracking
of vital signs, executing various minor procedures, and both administering and tracking medication use per
physician orders for an extensive variety
of conditions Alert
physicians to any change in condition and raise concerns when necessary through accurate communication Communicate effectively with other medical staff, family members and interested parties to facilitate the efficient treatment
of patients as well as ensure the timely information flow Collaborate in the development
of treatment plans, providing guidance from point
of admission through discharge while utilizing initial and on - going assessments to provide correct medical direction Deliver emotional and informational support to patient, their families, and other interested parties, helping them understand conditions, treatments and potential outcomes Develop and maintain competencies and knowledge
of medical techniques, information, conditions, treatments, medications, and potential interactions, participating actively in all continuing education opportunities Utilize and employ knowledge from clinical rotations in MedSurgical, Telemetry, GI, Emergency Room, Post-Partum, Nursery, Internal Medicine, Occupational Medicine, Family Practice and Urgent Care settings Adhere strictly to local, state, and federal health - related laws in the administration
of care, the operation and utilization
of all medical equipment and procedures, and treatment
of patients Address patient and doctor queries, resolving them in an expedited manner
Medical Assistant — Duties &
Responsibilities Provide an informed point
of contact to patient, communicating effectively with other medical staff and interested parties to facilitate the efficient execution
of procedures for patients as well as ensure timely information flow Execute frequent patient evaluations upon escort to examination rooms, including the monitoring and tracking
of vital signs and assistance with minor procedures including EKG, Pap smears, cultures, urinalysis, and others Coordinate all pharmacy - and insurance - related aspects between doctors,
physicians, and
licensed nursing professionals, including prescription submission, insurance pre-authorization, and referrals Alert
physicians to any change in condition and raise concerns when necessary Provide support and supervision to other staff and coordinate all care efforts, including material and equipment prep, procedure and appointment scheduling, vaccine administration, patient charting, and records management Collaborate in the execution
of all plans
of treatment, providing assistance and answering questions related to all instructions for home care Aid in the delivery
of informational support to patients, families, and other interested parties, helping them understand conditions, treatments, and potential outcomes Develop and maintain competencies and knowledge
of medical techniques, information, conditions, treatments, medications, and potential interactions Adhere strictly to local, state, and federal health - related laws, as well as facility policies, rules, and procedures, in the administration
of care and treatment
of patients Address patient and doctor queries, resolving them in an expedited manner, while participating in training practices to continue advanced education and leverage facility resources and personnel Track, file, and view important medical documents, receipts, insurance records, and billing invoices on a daily basis, organizing and managing sensitive files and patient information in an efficient manner Maintain patient files, entering results into respective databases while auditing for accuracy and completion Assist other personnel with various duties as assigned to facilitate efficient administrative and business operations