Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

About the role

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!

Location: Bronx, NY

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Assist in maintaining 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 physicians with exams and/or procedures.
• Prepare and administer injections.
• Perform phlebotomy and collect other lab specimens.
• Perform point‑of‑care lab testing.
• Perform EKGs.
• Administer and document medication under a physician’s order, following the five medication rights to reduce the potential for medical error.

Requirements

• Current NYS LPN license (required).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required).
• Spanish‑speaking preferred.
• Consistent professional conduct and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills with patients, staff, and other health‑care professionals.
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMRs).
• Reliable transportation to any NYCBS location for patient‑care needs.

Pay

Starting at $35/hr.

Schedule

4/10‑hour shifts on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday (RDO Wednesday), 8 am – 6 pm.

Benefits

• Health insurance on day 1.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Eight paid holidays (including two floating holidays).