Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Summary:

• Prepare ahead for all new patient, on-treatment and follow-up appointments to include review of chart for updates;
• request any needed images and reports;
• anticipate any test that each respective physician may require before seeing patient;
• Ensure all pertinent test results and reports are obtained prior to scheduled appointment;
• Complete physician orders such as, skin care or dressing changes, laryngoscopy, O2 administration, prescriptions;
• coordinate all prescribed diagnostic testing and monitor results including reporting to physician;
• this will include CT/Sim appointments, radiology appointments and other appointments as directed by the physician;
• Assist with examinations, diagnostic procedures and treatments when appropriate;
• Room and interview new patients including medical history and recent history related to diagnosis;
• provide patient written and verbal teaching and information about diagnosis, radiation therapy, side effects and other pertinent information;
• Provide daily direct care to patients;
• medication reconciliation;
• PRN nursing assessment for changes in status to include vital signs;
• teaching on nutrition and maintaining weight;
• promptly report changes that impact patient status or care to the physician;
• Assess psychological and emotional needs and provide support through active listening and referral to appropriate agencies and/or departments as directed by physicians;
• Provide education material and communicate physician advice and instructions to patient

Minimum Qualifications:

NYS licensed/registered LPN with a minimum of one year nursing experience. Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience in an outpatient setting (specialty area) strongly preferred.

Work Days:

Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Message to Applicants:

Our benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, eligibility for employer 401k funding after 1 year (3% quarterly/5% annual on vesting schedule), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, including vacation and personal time, paid sick leave, holidays and floating holidays.

G5: $21.07 - $35.22

Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations.

Recruitment  Office:

MedBest Medical Management