Licensed Practical Nurse

We are:

· a multispecialty physicians group. We provide both walk-in urgent care services and scheduled appointments to patients from all lifestyles. We pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality professional services in a personalized manner that respects the dignity, privacy and needs of each patient served.

You are:

· a problem solver, make timely decisions

· great attention to detail

· great customer service skills and make patients feel comfortable

· effective communicator with patients and staff

You will:

· Monitor patients and report adverse reactions to medications or treatments to the Providers/ RN.

· Share information with Registered Nurses and Doctors to help determine the best course of care.

· Measure vital signs such as height, weight, body temperature, blood pressure, pulse and breathing.

· Update medical records based with information collected.

· Triages patient phone calls using established protocols.

· Responsible for performing clinical tasks under direct supervision of a physician, such as rooming patients, checking vital signs, drawing blood, changing dressings, and authorizing prescription refills.

· Execute standing orders, i.e. administration of oxygen, EKG, IV, finger sticks, etc. when necessary and appropriate.

· Collect samples for testing.

· Maintain CPR certification.

· Clean and sterilize instruments; inventory and order medical supplies and materials from Central Supply office.

· Performpre-physician screenings based on patient history and needs by obtaining personal medical data, including health history, current medications, reason for the visit, etc. and recording in medical record.

· Be involved in patient education, including explaining procedures and testing to patients.

· Assist with insurance forms, pre-authorizations and referrals, as needed.

· Provide direct or indirect patient care, requiring simple to complex nursing knowledge and skills.

· Give injections, dress wounds.

· Establish IV access and inform RN of IV medications to be given to patient.

· Other duties as assigned.

You need:

· Minimum of 2 years health care or medical office experience preferred.

· Able to multitask in a fast paced environment.

· High school education or GED equivalent required.

· Appropriate NYS LPN license required, IV certification preferred.