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 program
- NYS Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- BLS Certification
- 1+ years Pediatric work experience
- Venipuncture
- Experience working with the Pediatric population
- Great interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Desired Skills:
- 1 year of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Previous experience in an Ambulatory setting