Coho Integrated Solutions are seeking a qualified Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support the Gastroenterology Clinic at the 96th Medical Group, Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. The LPN will provide outpatient nursing care to a variable patient population, assist physicians and other healthcare professionals with diagnostic and specialized procedures, administer medications and treatments, and support high-quality patient care in accordance with established clinical standards and facility policies.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients based on individual conditions and established care plans.
• Assess, recognize, document, and report relevant patient information and changes in condition.
• Administer prescribed medications and perform treatments in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Assist with gastrointestinal procedures and specialized clinical services, including endoscopy, manometry, conscious sedation, and patient preparation and recovery.
• Perform or assist with bladder catheterization, pulse oximetry, oxygen administration, EKGs, and other clinic-specific procedures.
• Prepare patients and assist healthcare providers during diagnostic examinations and specialized procedures.
• Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures and promptly report changes or concerns.
• Recognize urgent and emergent situations and initiate appropriate interventions as directed while obtaining assistance from an RN or medical provider.
• Provide patient and family education regarding treatment, procedures, medications, and care requirements.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation in electronic health records and other approved systems.
• Participate in quality assurance, professional development, staff meetings, clinic huddles, and other assigned activities.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, applicable accreditation standards, clinical practice guidelines, and 96th Medical Group policies and procedures.

Essential Job Qualifications and Requirements:

• Citizenship:
  • U.S. citizenship is required for this contract position

• Education and Licensure:
  • Graduate of a State Board of Nursing-approved LPN/LVN training program or completion of equivalent military training qualifying the individual to sit for the state licensure examination
  • Successful completion of the NCLEX-PN
  • Current, full, and unrestricted LPN license in a U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or the District of Columbia
  • Documentation of IV therapy training through an approved educational pathway
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification as required by the contract

• Required Experience:
  • At least one year of active practical or vocational nursing experience in an inpatient or outpatient environment following graduation
  • Required experience must have been obtained within the past 24 months

• Required Skill and Competencies:
  • Knowledge of nursing practices, patient care procedures, medical terminology, and clinical safety practices
  • Knowledge of HIPAA, patient privacy, customer relations, and patient advocacy
  • Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, Outlook, internet applications, and electronic health records
  • Ability to accurately enter and retrieve patient information from electronic systems
  • Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare personnel
  • Ability to recognize and appropriately respond to emergency situations

• Work Schedule & On-Call Requirements:
  • Normal services are provided Monday through Friday between 0600 and 1800, with typical shifts of 0630–1530 and a 40-hour workweek
  • Weekends and federal holidays are generally not required except as part of the on-call rotation

• Physical Requirements:
  • The employee must be capable of meeting the physical requirements associated with the position and assigned clinical duties, as identified at the time of order placement