KCOM - Licensed Practical Nurse

KCOM - Licensed Practical Nurse Description

A.T. Still University's Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (ATSU-KCOM) is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse on the Kirksville, Missouri Campus. This position reports to the Executive Director of Practice Management. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) supports patient care by assisting providers in all aspects of clinical practice. Responsibilities include collecting vital signs, administering medications and injections, assisting with procedures, preparing exam rooms, providing patient education, and maintaining accurate documentation.

The LPN also serves as a liaison between physician and patient.

• Take patient history and vital signs (TPR, BP, height/weight).
• Assist with exams, minor surgeries, and procedures.
• Administer injections and medications as ordered.
• Perform point-of-care tests (e.g., pregnancy, urine, strep, mono, hemoccult).
• Conduct venipuncture and perform PT/INR monitoring.
• Prepare and maintain clean, stocked exam and treatment rooms.
• Educate patients on treatment plans, medication use, chronic condition management and follow-up care.
• Relay test results, referrals, and instructions from physicians.
• Call in prescriptions and refills as directed.
• Document care, assessments, procedures, and education in EMR.
• Review and update patient charts.
• Triage patient calls and follow up as needed.
• Fulfill insurance pre-certification requirements.
• Maintain pharmacy and sample medication inventory and logs.
• Order and restock medical and laboratory supplies.
• Autoclave instruments and maintain lab cleanliness.
• Support educational training of Family Medicine residents.

• Completion of accredited LPN program and current LPN license.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• BLS/CPR certification required.
• Prior experience in outpatient clinic or large physician group preferred.
• Experience in Family Medicine, pediatrics, or chronic disease management beneficial.
• Clinical skills: injections, venipuncture, EKGs, spirometry, sterile technique, nebulizer use.
• Proficiency with EMR systems and medical office equipment.
• Strong communication and patient education abilities.
• Adaptability to sudden changes, emergencies, or high patient volume.
• Team-oriented mindset with a compassionate, professional demeanor.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to confidentiality, HIPAA compliance, and high standards of care.

ATSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverages, among more. If eligible, employee-elected benefits would begin the first of the month following hire date. For more information, please visit atsu.edu/employment/benefits.

A.T. Still University (ATSU) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.