Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (Urology)
Queens, NY
At New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), we foster an environment where passionate professionals thrive. Our 200+ oncologists, hematologists, and staff across 25 locations are united by a mission: redefining what's possible against cancer and blood disorders. With cutting-edge treatments, groundbreaking research, and a patient-first philosophy, we're innovators reshaping modern medicine. Join our rapidly growing organization serving over 50,000 patients annually and unlock new frontiers in healing and hope.
In this role, you will:
- Follow all New York Health policies and procedures.
- Update and maintain all electronic patient records and assist in transitioning hard copy records to digital format.
- Manage Physician inbox and prioritize tasks assigned via EMR system.
- Perform office callbacks to patients, physicians, and other health care facilities.
- Assist in maintaining the medical inventory and placing orders for new materials as needed.
- Clean and prepare examination rooms prior to patient appointments.
- Record patient information such as vital signs, weight, and changes in medical history prior to each appointment.
- Escort patients to exam rooms, interview patients, measure vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and document all information in patient’s chart and open wallboards for patient to self-complete any outstanding documents needed.
- Record patient interview, history, and chief complaint.
- Provide patient education with regards to medications, management of diseases, home treatments, and special diets.
- Prepare patients for examinations, perform routine screening tests, and assist physicians with exams.
- Perform basic lab tests such as phlebotomy, collection of other lab specimens, and EKGs.
- Prepare and administer injections and document medication under a physician’s order and follow the five (5) medication rights to reduce the potential for medical error.
We require:
- Current NYS LPN license required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Previous experience in a lead role or demonstrated potential to act in a lead capacity.
- Previous outpatient experience preferred.
- Must demonstrate consistent professional conduct and meticulous attention to detail.
- Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills with patients, staff, and other health care professionals.
- Proficiency in ONCOemr.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching.
- Frequent exposure to chemicals, bloodborne pathogens, and patient bodily fluids.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
- Travel to any of the NYH locations.
Hours:
8.5 hour shifts between the hours of 8am-6pm, Monday-Friday, Alt Saturdays.
Salary:
Up to $40/hr based on experience & education.
Benefits include 100% Tuition Reimbursement for any accredited nursing degree including PA, Health Insurance on day 1 of employment, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long term disability, 401k Plan, generous PTO time, 8 paid holidays (2 floating), and more.
Please check our website at www.nyhealth.com and follow us on Facebook.
New York Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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