LPN

Job Description

Job Description

Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers has beautiful state-of-the-art integrated Cancer and Women's Centers, with locations strategically located throughout the Valley.

Each one provides a superior cancer care environment with a full spectrum of cancer related services for patients. Our multi-disciplinary team approach includes surgical oncology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, women's centers, diagnostic imaging services, social service support, nutritionist, integrative services, and genetic counseling.

Mission Statement : To serve the community by providing quality, comprehensive cancer care which respects the values and needs of each individual.

Overview : We are looking for an experienced LPN who is motivated, professional, and friendly to facilitate care to our patients.

This is a full-time, day shift position working a Monday - Friday schedule. This position is located in our Scottsdale office.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Works closely with Triage RN and Nurse Manager.
• Answers phone calls and checks voicemails for triage and addresses as appropriate.
• Triage patient phone calls as needed : documents relevant information in patient chart.
• Assist Physician and RN with coordination of patient care, completing various forms, communication with other medical personal as needed.
• Obtains prior authorizations for Oral Chemotherapies.
• Refills prescriptions for Oral Chemotherapy in conjunction with the Triage RN.
• Schedules first chemotherapy appointment after RN does education.
• IV administration on non-chemo agents as needed
• Calls patients with PT / INR results and new directions after receiving from the provider.

Knowledge and Skills :

• Knowledge of HIPAA rules & regulations.
• Knowledge of chemotherapy related drugs and supplies utilized, preferred.
• Knowledge of diagnostic testing and radiation procedures, preferred.
• Excellent verbal and writing communication skills.
• Knowledge of CPT, ICD-9, HCPCS coding.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word, Internet.
• Willing to travel between offices.

Education and Qualifications :

• 2-3 years working as LPN in Oncology setting or other Healthcare settings
• Graduation from an accredited LPN program.
• IV certification a plus but not required
• Current Arizona LPN State Board of Nursing license required.
• Current CPR Certification required.

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package including health / dental / vision insurance, life insurance, PTO, 401K, and more.

We offer a caring work environment and are an E.O.E.

Please visit our website at www.ironwoodcrc.com. "Outsmarting Cancer One Patient at a Time."