Details
Posted: 03-May-22
Location: Valhalla, New York
Salary: Open
Categories:
General Nursing
Job Summary:
A Licensed Practical Nurse provides care to patients of all ages, within their scope of experience and training in the inpatient, clinic, physician office, outpatient and/or other facility settings. They must administer nursing care using good judgment, methods, and skills under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician.
Responsibilities:
A Observes, monitors, and records physiological measurements. A Provides treatment to patients per organizational protocols. A Assists providers with patient examinations, therapeutic measures, and procedures. A Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patients and plans for patient care. A Identifying and providing for physical, emotional, and developmental patient needs. A Counseling and providing health education to patients and their families; explaining the procedures planned for the patient. A Responsible for strict administration, control, and dispensation of prescription medication in accordance with organizational policy. A Notifying the appropriate provider promptly of unusual reactions and changes in conditions. A Performs functions of a Surgical Scheduler as needed and requested. A Initiates, issues and verifies patient referrals and insurance authorization/pre-certifications as necessary. A Safeguarding and inventorying equipment and supplies. A Following Universal Precautions and Infection Control Procedures. A Ability to establish communication with appropriate sources in response to emergency situations. A Participates in performance improvement activities, staff trainings, weekly team huddles. A Maintains a professional appearance and a clean, safe environment. A Respects patients by recognizing their rights; maintaining confidentiality. A Utilizes technology, including specialized software as applicable, to maximize productivity. A Develops and maintains electronic files as necessary. A Exhibits excellent interpersonal skills; provides customer service; assists other support staff as necessary; collaborates with all levels of internal leadership, management, and staff as well as outside clients, vendors, and other external parties. A Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies. A Other duties as assigned. Qualifications/Requirements:
Experience:
Minimum one (1) year of nursing experience preferred.
Education:
Graduate degree from an accredited licensed practical nurse program required.
Licenses / Certifications:
Current New York State LPN license. Maintenance of current Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for HealthCare Workers or Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification for HealthCare workers.
Other:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point)
About Us:
WMC Advanced Physician Services PC