Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - New York Health : Job Details

New Hyde Park, NYNew York Health (NYH) is transforming healthcare through a comprehensive, integrated approach. Our multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, and health professionals collaborates seamlessly to provide whole-person care that addresses every aspect of our patients' wellbeing. With a network of state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to personalized medicine, we're raising the standard for healthcare in our communities. Become part of our mission to promote lifelong wellness through compassionate, evidence-based practices that empower individuals on their healthcare journey.In this role you will:

• Follow all New York Health policies and procedures
• Update and maintain all electronic patient records and assist in transitioning hard copy records to digital format
• Manage the Physician inbox and prioritize tasks assigned via the EMR system
• Perform office callbacks to patients, physicians, and other healthcare facilities
• Assist in maintaining the medical inventory and placing orders for new materials as needed
• Clean and prepare examination rooms before patient appointments
• Record patient information such as vital signs, weight, and changes in medical history before each appointment
• Escort patients to exam rooms, interview patients, measure vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, and temperature, and document all information in the patient s chart and open wallboards for the patient to self-complete any outstanding documents needed
• Record patient interview, history, and chief complaint
• Provide patient education concerning medications, management of diseases, home treatments, and special diets
• Prepare patients for examinations, perform routine screening tests, and assist physicians with exams
• Perform basic lab tests such as phlebotomy, collection of other lab specimens, and EKGs
• Prepare and administer Injections and document medication under a physician s order, follows the five (5) medication rights, and reduces the potential for medical error

We require:

• Current NYS LPN license required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required
• Previous experience in a lead role or demonstrated potential to act in a lead capacity
• Previous outpatient experience preferred
• Must demonstrate consistent professional conduct and meticulous attention to detail
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills with patients, staff, and other health care professionals
• Proficiency in OncoEMR
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching
• Frequent exposure to chemicals, blood-borne pathogens, and patient bodily fluids
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times
• Travel to any of the NYH locations

Hours: Monday-Friday Salary up to $40 per hour commensurate with experience and education. Benefits include 100% Tuition Reimbursement for any accredited nursing degree including NP and PA Health Insurance on day 1 of employment, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long term disability, 401k Plan, generous PTO time, 8 paid holidays (2 floating) and more.Please check our website at www.nyhealth.com and follow us on Facebook.New York Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Powered by JazzHRJJPfdj37vF