Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

Valley Health Systems • Holyoke, MA

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About The Position

Valley Health Systems, Inc., the parent company of Holyoke Medical Center, provides physician services throughout Western Massachusetts. Holyoke Medical Center is an independent community hospital serving the Pioneer Valley. The Licensed Practical Nurse will actively and collaboratively participate in all aspects of patient care in a specialty practice. The specific office is not identified in the posting. The role supports patient care and practice operations, maintains accurate electronic medical records, and may require floating to other departments as needed.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program.
• Current LPN license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, or in the state of the physician practice location as required.
• Current American Heart Association certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Demonstrated flexibility and strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent customer service and ability to work effectively with patients of all ages and diverse backgrounds.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to understand instructions, manage multiple priorities, and work independently.
• Ability to exercise sound nursing judgment in emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of nursing experience in a physician's office.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and providers with medical procedures, examinations, and accurate patient documentation.
• Coordinate patient care, including follow-ups, referrals, test results, and specialty-related concerns.
• Administer medications and injections and perform diagnostic tests as ordered and within scope of practice.
• Perform in-person and telephone patient triage, including new patient referrals according to practice protocols.
• Educate patients and communicate medical information and care instructions in a timely manner.
• Collect specimens, process medication refills and orders, and obtain required prior authorizations.
• Conduct appropriate physical and behavioral assessments and maintain accurate documentation in the EMR.
• Prepare, stock, clean, and maintain examination rooms, medical supplies, equipment, and instruments.
• Maintain inventory, quality-control records, and refrigerator logs, and promptly report equipment issues.
• Maintain current evidence-based knowledge, attend required training, support practice operations, and float to other departments as needed.

Benefits

• Low-cost health insurance with no deductibles when using Holyoke Medical Center services.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Free disability and life insurance.
• 403(b) plan.
• Up to $8,000 in degree or tuition reimbursement.
• In-house pharmacy.
• Relaxation room and fitness center.
• Voluntary benefits, including LegalShield and pet insurance.
• Free onsite parking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed