Job Description
A health services organization in New York City is currently seeking a new Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their growing Pediatric Care team at one of their Brooklyn facilities.
Responsibilities :
- Screen (walk-in / telephone and schedule appointments) patients and make the appropriate referral for services required
- Perform venipuncture for tests as outlined in AHS policy and procedures manual and as ordered by the Physician
- Assist the Nurse Manager / Charge Nurse with case management activities as assigned and documents actions taken
- Assist the medical staff with treatment and diagnostic procedures
- Perform EKGs and venipuncture on patients
- Monitor equipment and supplies for clinic session, assuring adequate quantities are available
- Perform patient care follow ups, including checking on broken appointments, confirming appointments or tests by telephone, etc.
- Act as a liaison for patients and their families and / or significant others; provide psychological support, as needed
- Appropriately obtain specific visit type information or intake in order to prepare patient adequately for physicians examination (i.e., vision test, urine pregnancy test, glucose monitoring)
- Report malfunctioning equipment promptly to supervisor
- Perform other duties, as needed
Qualifications :
Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing programNYS Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)BLS Certification1+ years Pediatric work experienceVenipunctureExperience working with the Pediatric populationGreat interpersonal skillsExcellent communication skills (written and verbal)Desired Skills :
1 year of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Previous experience in an Ambulatory setting