Location: Canton,NY, USA
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Primary Care
Canton, NY (
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Reports to:Clinical Development Manager
Rate of pay:$18.72/hour - $21.69/hour
Work schedule:Full-time, 37.5 hours per week. Weekdays. Day-to-day schedule may vary slightly based on needs of Health Center; no evenings, no weekends, no major holidays.
POSITION SUMMARY:The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) shall carry out direct nursing care to patients of the health center under the supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Adheres to statutory and regulatory requirements regarding certification and quality of health care and agency-approved policies and procedures.
+ Interviews patients, obtains vital signs, prepares patients for exams, and assists providers with exams and/or treatments.
+ Updates and ensures the accuracy of patients' electronic medical records.
+ Take patient telephone calls to identify emergent and non-emergent appointment criteria.
+ Oversees telephone prescriptions and refills to pharmacies.
+ Maintains coordination of services with individuals and/or qualified persons.
+ Coordinates with vendors to ensure delivery of prescribed equipment as needed.
+ Cooperates with providers and personnel to ensure quality programs, regular reviews, and accurate data collection.
+ Assists with ordering and maintaining medical supplies and equipment.
+ Acts as a team member, assuring services are appropriate to meet the needs of each patient.
+ Advises supervisor of unmet needs of the health center to help expand services for patients.
+ Maintains standard of infection control.
+ Other responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
+ Licensed Practical Nursing Certification.
+ Experience in community nursing is preferred.
+ Current BLS Certification
+ Proficient oral and written communication skills.
+ Strong organizational and planning skills.
+ Ability to maintain good working relationships with others.
+ Exhibits a high level of professionalism and confidentiality in dealing with issues.
+ Excellent computer skills. Electronic medical record experience preferred.
+ Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs., lift and support patients with and without help.
+ Ability to walk and stand for extended periods.
+ Regular exposure to infectious diseases, blood and airborne pathogens, needle sticks, hygiene issues, and other odors.
+ Able to tolerate clinical smells.
+ Ability to read digital readouts, recognize colors, and operate necessary medical equipment.
+ Ability to operate mechanical devices used by patients.
+ Ability to wear necessary hospital masks, gowns, gloves, and close-toed shoes.
BENEFITS
Cerebral Palsy Association / Community Health Center of the North Country offers eligible employees excellent, affordable benefits options. Options include medical, dental, and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Term Life/AD&D insurance, long-term and short-term disability, 401(k), and other elective programs. We also offer generous time off, including vacation, personal, and sick time, as well as paid holidays.
Salary Description
$18.72 - $21.69 per hour