Job Information
Highland Hospital Licensed Practical Nurse in Penfield, New York
14121BR
Title:
Licensed Practical Nurse
Department/Cost Center:
683 - Penfield Family Medicine
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.
Auto req ID:
14121BR
Job Requirements:
Qualifications:
1. 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
Posting Title:
LPN - Days, FT, New Grads Welcome!
City:
Penfield
Work Shift:
Days
Area of Interest:
Nurses
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