Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (Req 101067)

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrates excellent customer service, assisting Medical Providers to provide quality patient care and education.
• Maintains efficient and effective patient flow within Medical Units.
• Safeguards a safe environment while adhering to local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., OSHA, NYSDOH).

Operation / Planning Responsibilities

• Daily schedules in EMR and promptly rooms patients.
• Completes assignments promptly with minimal assistance or overtime.
• Sets up exam rooms, offices, and stocks supplies daily and as needed.
• Orients new employees, escorts and directs patients, and supports them.
• Prepares exam rooms and cleans equipment between patients using disinfectant wipes.
• Aids in triage procedures and communicates patient condition changes to providers.
• Flexibly adjusts work flow based on patient conditions and unit workload.
• Collaborates with RN Care Coordinators to assist patients with eligibility and service programs.
• Maintains current health screenings and ensures paperwork is completed.
• Maintains licenses, registrations, and certifications as required.
• Participates in performance improvement activities.
• Maintains punctuality and efficient patient flow.

Data Collection / Documentation Responsibilities

• Accurately takes and records vital signs.
• Captures and records patient data consistently.
• Collects and records computer patient data as necessary.
• Recognizes and reports high-risk situations immediately.
• Accurately collects and documents CQI data and other required data.
• Maintains accurate patient correspondence and documentation.
• Ensures legible and accurate charting, referrals, labs, and other forms.

Implementation Responsibilities

• Uses acceptable technical skills in patient care.
• Follows established protocols or clinical guidelines in providing care.
• Adheres to infection control policies in administering care.
• Considers age-related requirements and special patient needs.
• Reinforces patient and family teaching.
• Administers medications safely according to policies.
• Assists providers as needed.
• Keeps patients informed of delays.

Miscellaneous

• Exhibits excellence in internal and external customer service.
• Understands and communicates HIPAA compliance, corporate compliance, and client confidentiality.
• Maintains compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., DHHS HRSA and NYSDOH), and accreditation standards (e.g., Joint Commission and NCQA-PCMH).
• Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as defined by the Joint Commission and Whitney M. Young Jr. Health Center.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of a registered approved program for Licensed Practical Nurses with current NYS registration.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• One to two years patient care experience.
• Excellent customer service and good communication skills.
• One to two years physician office experience preferred.
• Basic computer keyboard knowledge.
• Flexibility to adjust to schedule changes.
• Training in laboratory/phlebotomy techniques.
• Knowledge of managed care requirements.

Salary Range

$28.40 - $34.42 hourly