Licensed Practical Nurse- Float (LPN)
About The Position
At New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), we are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our patients, their families, and our communities. Our passionate team of expert oncologists, hematologists, and healthcare professionals work together to provide world-class cancer care close to home. By offering cutting-edge treatments, innovative research, and a patient-centered approach, we are redefining what’s possible in the fight against cancer and blood disorders. If you want to be part of a growing organization committed to healing, hope, and advanced care, join us and help make a meaningful impact! Job Description: Licensed Practical Nurse- Float (LPN) Location: Brooklyn & Staten Island, NY Hours: Mon-Fri 8.5hr shifts between 7:30am-6pm Organization: New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS) In This Role, You Will: Update and maintain the electronic medical record with up to date vital signs, patient demographics, medication reconciliation, allergies and medical diagnoses Manage Physician inbox messages and prioritize tasks assigned via the electronic medical record Assist in maintaining the medical inventory; place orders for new materials and stock rooms to ensure adequate supplies for physician staff Clean and prepare examination rooms prior to patient appointments Escort patients to exam rooms Provide patient education concerning medications, management of diseases, home treatments, and special diets Assist physician with exams and/or procedures Prepare and administer Injections Phlebotomy and collection of other lab specimens Perform point of care lab testing Perform EKGs Administer and document medication under a physician’s order and follows the five (5) medication rights and reduce the potential for medical error Must be willing and able to float throughout our Staten Island and Brooklyn Locations
Requirements
- Current NYS LPN license required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
- 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.
- Experience with EMR’s
- Reliable transportation to any of NYCBS location for patient care needs
Responsibilities
- Update and maintain the electronic medical record with up to date vital signs, patient demographics, medication reconciliation, allergies and medical diagnoses
- Manage Physician inbox messages and prioritize tasks assigned via the electronic medical record
- Assist in maintaining the medical inventory; place orders for new materials and stock rooms to ensure adequate supplies for physician staff
- Clean and prepare examination rooms prior to patient appointments
- Escort patients to exam rooms
- Provide patient education concerning medications, management of diseases, home treatments, and special diets
- Assist physician with exams and/or procedures
- Prepare and administer Injections
- Phlebotomy and collection of other lab specimens
- Perform point of care lab testing
- Perform EKGs
- Administer and document medication under a physician’s order and follows the five (5) medication rights and reduce the potential for medical error
- Must be willing and able to float throughout our Staten Island and Brooklyn Locations
Benefits
- Health Insurance on day 1
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Short- and Long-term disability
- 401k Plan
- Paid Time off (PTO)
- 8 paid holidays (2 floating)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
