Licensed Practical Nurse

William F Ryan Community Health Cen•New York, NY

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse performs clinical nursing functions based on department needs, assisting practitioners and providing patient education and nursing procedures in support of Ryan Health’s mission and goals. Under the supervision of the RN Unit Manager, the LPN screens, discharges, interviews, counsels, and teaches patients; documents clinical observations and findings; obtains vital signs and screening information; administers medications and treatments; and carries out practitioner orders in accordance with nursing standards and Ryan Health protocols. The role also includes performing clinical procedures, assisting providers with examinations and minor surgery, supporting diagnostic and therapeutic testing, managing medications and supplies, processing laboratory and referral paperwork, retrieving reports, and maintaining clinical equipment and examination rooms. The LPN follows patient-safety and infection-control standards, communicates with staff to support continuity of care, attends assigned meetings, and reports unusual occurrences or problems to the Unit Manager. Other duties or projects may be assigned. The position is primarily based in a mental health clinic and/or general primary care setting. The environment may involve unpredictable behavior and exposure to acute and chronic infectious diseases, including contagious conditions. The role’s physical demands include frequently sitting, standing, talking, and hearing; occasionally moving about the office and using the hands and fingers to handle or operate office equipment; and close vision with the ability to adjust focus. A 90-actual-workday probationary period is specified.

Requirements

Healthcare delivery experience; recent graduates may be considered and trained.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to think clearly and work in a busy clinic.
Working experience with electronic medical records software.
Strong skills in Microsoft Outlook and Word.
High school diploma and graduation from an approved School of Practical Nursing.
Valid LPN license in New York State.
Professional, courteous, and respectful approach to patients; knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served, if applicable; commitment to exceeding patient expectations.
Ability to work well with others, contribute input to improve outcomes, seek others’ opinions and feedback, and provide feedback tactfully and respectfully.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in an ambulatory setting, such as an emergency room, clinic, or health center.
Associate degree in Nursing.
Phlebotomy certification.
Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

Screen, discharge, interview, counsel, and teach patients in clinical areas under the supervision of the RN Unit Manager.
Report and document clinical observations and findings in patients’ medical records.
Obtain vital signs, pain and education screens, and BMI measurements.
Administer medications and treatments and fulfill practitioner orders, including immunizations, PPD, and inhalation treatments, according to nursing standards and Ryan Health protocols.
Perform procedures including EKGs, hearing and vision tests, bone-density testing, and blood-glucose testing.
Assist providers with examinations and minor surgery, and participate in routine diagnostic and therapeutic testing and treatment within the scope of the LPN license.
Order medications, immunizations, and other supplies; maintain controlled-substance records and accurate accounting.
Process laboratory tests, referral forms, and x-ray requisitions according to Ryan Health protocols and clinical guidelines; retrieve laboratory and radiology reports for practitioners.
Maintain emergency bags, oxygen tanks, and other clinical equipment according to Ryan Health protocols.
Follow up on abnormal laboratory results, urgent lab recalls, and missed appointments.
Clean, disinfect, sterilize, and maintain clinical equipment and medical instruments according to Ryan Health protocols.
Prepare and organize examination rooms, tables, supplies, and instruments for practitioner use.
Perform nursing duties in accordance with current National Patient Safety Goals and JAHCO standards.
Communicate with clinical, clerical, and managerial staff to support continuity of patient care.
Follow accepted infection-control measures in accordance with OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standards and Ryan Health policies and procedures.
Attend Ryan Health meetings as required and assigned.
Report unusual occurrences or problems promptly to the Unit Manager.
Perform other assigned duties and projects.