Licensed Practical Nurse

13621BR

Title:

Licensed Practical Nurse

Department/Cost Center:

889 - Greece Medical Associates

Job Description:

A nonexempt position responsible for nursing care under the supervision of physicians and/or RN and within the appropriate scope of practice. Performs the functions associated with the clinical aspect of a patient visit in Primary Care. Direct patient care, documentation, administration of medications and injections, minor laboratory testing, and communication with patients, health care providers, insurers, pharmacies and fellow staff.

Direct Patient Care

Escort patients to exam rooms.

Review patient charts to anticipate health needs and organize flow.

Obtain and record patient vital signs.

Provide direct patient care services per scope of primary care practice.

Perform required tests at the direction of the provider.

Assist providers in performing exams, diagnostic procedures and treatments.

Gather and relay instructions and information between providers, patients and families.

Administration of Medications and Injections

Provide basic care as ordered by providers. Administer medications and treatments as directed and per scope of practice guidelines including injections (allergy, immunizations, and therapeutic).

Review medications at time of visit as directed by provider.

Maintain inventory of and order medications and medical supplies with attention to expiration dates and infection prevention guidelines.

Telephone Management

Return patient calls per direction of provider.

Collect patient information and communicate with providers for direction.

Work in tandem with secretaries to schedule office and referral appointments.

Prior authorization/referral information to insurers.

Compliance

Perform quality assurance and CLIA waive testing as directed.

Comply with all PCA policies and procedures.

Comply with standard HIPAA, OSHA and JCAHO regulations.

Patient Education

Promote wellness by providing materials and communicating physician advice/instructions.

Provide patient education at the direction of the provider and/or RN.

Laboratory Testing

Collect and/or prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. Record and maintain appropriate laboratory tracking logs.

Electronic Recordkeeping

Document interventions, patient/family responses, medication dispensed/prescribed, and testing results in electronic medical records (EMR). Monitor and follow up on electronic messaging promptly and accurately with appropriate documentation.

Pay Range :

Pay Range: $23.00 - $26.77 Hourly

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Auto req ID:

13621BR

Job Requirements:

Education: Fulfills the requirements to be a Licensed Practical Nurse in NY State

2. Experience: Minimum six months of LPN experience preferred. Outpatient primary care and/or pediatric (if applicable) experience preferred.

3. License/Certification Required: New York State licensed practical nurse. Current American Heart Association CPR and AED certification (BLS for Healthcare Providers).

4. Skills:

• Knowledge of age-specific medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology. Familiarity with health care systems, regulations, policies, and functions. Understanding of documentation standards.

• Knowledge of equipment, supplies and materials needed for medical treatment. Understanding of basic laboratory procedures including preparation and screening.

• Knowledge of infection prevention, infectious disease management and control and safety standards.

Employment Status:

Full-Time

Hours/Week:

40 Hours per week

Posting Title:

Licensed Practical Nurse, FT, DAYS

City:

Greece

Work Shift:

Days

Area of Interest:

Nurses

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