Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Float
Suffolk County, NY
(Southampton, Riverhead, Port Jeff, Ronkonkoma, Patchogue, Bayshore, Babylon, Smithtown and Huntington)
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 Cancer and Blood Specialists 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 ONCO EMR
- Work in the front office taking care of tasks such as answering phone calls and greeting patients as they enter the facility
- Assist in maintaining the medical inventory and placing orders for new materials as needed
- Record patient information such as vital signs, weight, and changes in medical history before each appointment
- Clean and prepare examination rooms prior to patient appointments
- Escort patients to exam rooms, interview patients, measure vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and document all information in patient’s chart
- Record patient interview, history, and chief complaint
- Provide patient education concerning medications, management of diseases, home treatments, and special diets
- Prepare patients for examinations and perform routine screening tests
- Assist physician with exams
- Prepare and administer injections
- Phlebotomy and collection of other lab specimens
- Perform basic lab tests
- Perform EKGs
- Administer 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 is required.
- Previous experience in a lead role or demonstrated potential to act in a lead capacity.
- Consistent professional conduct and meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills with patients, staff, and other health care professionals.
- Outpatient experience preferred.
- Proficiency in ONCO EMR.
- Travel to any of the NYCBS locations.
Hours: Monday-Friday
Salary: up to $40 per hour
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.
Visit our website at: nycancer.com and follow us on Facebook. New York Cancer and Blood Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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