LPN - OFF SITE-Oneida Health Family Care

About the role

Oneida Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide patient care under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The ideal candidate should be capable of working independently and collaboratively within a team, ensuring the highest levels of patient safety and experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for appointments with physicians, including gathering and recording vital signs and medical history.
• Schedule appointments for patients efficiently and accurately.
• Coordinate with after-hours care providers and input information into patient records, ensuring comprehensive follow-up.
• Provide clinical advice to patients over the phone or through messaging platforms, demonstrating professionalism and empathy.
• Assist providers during appointments and examinations, ensuring patients receive high-quality care.
• Utilize a customer service-oriented approach to address the needs of patients, promoting a positive healthcare experience.
• Follow established procedures for authorized medication administration and maintain accurate documentation.
• Perform treatments as directed by healthcare providers, including administering injectables with precision and care.
• Manage clinic flow effectively, ensuring patients are seen in a timely and orderly manner.
• Maintain patient records meticulously, demonstrating superb attention to detail and compliance with confidentiality regulations.
• Perform regular equipment checks and maintain adequate supplies to support clinic operations.
• Execute physician orders promptly, schedule follow-up appointments, and facilitate referrals as needed.
• Communicate and collaborate with other members of the clinical team to optimize patient care outcomes.
• Fulfill receptionist duties as required, providing courteous and efficient service to patients and visitors.

Requirements

• New York LPN license (Required).
• BLS/CPR certification (Preferred).
• 1 year of experience in a medical office setting (Preferred).

Qualifications

• Associate Degree (Preferred).

Skills

• Compassionate care provider with a customer service attitude.
• Proactive approach to addressing patient and department needs.
• Ability to work efficiently in a dynamic environment.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Strong commitment to patient safety and experience.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent observational and communication skills.
• Proficient in computer skills.
• Familiarity with infection prevention techniques.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift objects weighing 45 pounds or over.
• Skill in carrying heavy items weighing 45 pounds or over.
• Demonstrated ability to pull objects as required.
• Competence in pushing objects as needed.
• Capability to reach above shoulder level to accomplish tasks.
• Proficient in performing tasks requiring hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills.
• Ability to walk for approximately 3.5 hours per day during work shifts.
• Capacity to stand for approximately 2.5 hours per day to fulfill job duties.
• Competence in sitting for approximately 2 hours per day during breaks or administrative tasks.
• Capability to kneel as necessary to complete job requirements.
• Proficiency in performing repeated bending motions as needed.
• Ability to operate motor vehicles.