Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Riverhead, NY
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS),
a prominent and respected Oncology/Hematology group, is seeking a
Licensed Practical Nurse
to join a well-established and growing pure sub-specialty practice with academic affiliation. Clinics from Southampton to NYC, the practice manages a freestanding outpatient 7-day-per week Cancer Center with extensive chemotherapy administration, Radiation Oncology, Pharmacy, and Research department.
In this role you will:
Follow all New York Cancer and Blood Specialists policies and procedures
Update and maintain all electronic patient records and assist in transitioning hard copy records to digital format
Manage Physician inbox and prioritize tasks assigned via ONCO EMR
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, follow the five (5) medication rights, and reduce 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
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 NYCBS locations
Hours: Monday-Friday
Salary up to $37 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.
Visit our website at: nycancer.com and follow us on Facebook.
New York Cancer and Blood Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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