Licensed Practical Nurse - Float (LPN)

Why Join Our Team?

At New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), we are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our patients, their families, and our communities. Our passionate team of expert oncologists, hematologists, and healthcare professionals work together to provide world-class cancer care close to home. By offering cutting-edge treatments, innovative research, and a patient-centered approach, we are redefining what’s possible in the fight against cancer and blood disorders. If you want to be part of a growing organization committed to healing, hope, and advanced care, join us and help make a meaningful impact!

About the role

In this role, you will:

• Update and maintain the electronic medical record with up to date vital signs, patient demographics, medication reconciliation, allergies and medical diagnoses
• Manage Physician inbox messages and prioritize tasks assigned via the electronic medical record
• Maintain the medical inventory; place orders for new materials and stock rooms to ensure adequate supplies for physician staff
• Clean and prepare examination rooms prior to patient appointments
• Escort patients to exam rooms
• Provide patient education concerning medications, management of diseases, home treatments, and special diets
• Assist physician with exams and/or procedures
• Prepare and administer injections
• Phlebotomy and collection of other lab specimens
• Perform point of care lab testing
• Perform EKGs
• Afford medication under a physician’s order and follows the five (5) medication rights and reduce the potential for medical error

Requirements

• Current NYS LPN license required
• At least 1 year of LPN experience preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required
• Spanish-speaking preferred

Qualifications

• Willing and able to float throughout our Manhattan locations
• 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
• Experience with EMR’s
• Reliable transportation to any of NYCBS location for patient care needs

Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and accuracy

Benefits

• Health Insurance on Day 1
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-term disability
• 401k Plan
• Paid Time off (PTO)
• 8 paid holidays (2 floating)

We Offer:

New York Cancer and Blood Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer.