Licensed Practical Nurse

WILLIAM F RYAN COMMUNITY HEALTH CEN•New York, NY

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Perform clinical nursing functions based on department needs. Assist practitioners; provide patient education and other nursing procedures as assigned in the clinical areas. This work is carried out in support of the mission and goals of Ryan Health.

Requirements

Healthcare delivery experience.
Willing to consider and train recent grads.
Strong organizational skills and ability to think clearly and to 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.
Customer Service: Professional, courteous and respectful attitude in dealing with patients.
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served (if applicable).
Commits to exceeding expectations of the patient.
Cooperation/Teamwork: Works well with others.
Contributes input to improve outcomes.
Demonstrates commitment to continuing development of nursing knowledge.
Ask others for opinions and feedback; provides feedback in a tactful respectful way.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in ambulatory setting (emergency room, clinic or health center.)
Associates Degree in Nursing
Phlebotomy certification
Bilingual English/Spanish

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the RN Clinical Care Nurse Manager, responsible for screening, discharging, interviewing, counseling, and teaching patients in the clinical areas; reports and documents clinical observations and findings in patient’s medical record.
Responsible for obtaining vital signs including pain and education screen and BMI, administering medications and treatments, and fulfilling specific orders designated by the practitioners (immunizations, PPD, Inhalation Treatments, etc.) according to nursing standard and Ryan Health protocols.
Perform procedures including, but not limited to, EKG’s, Hearing and Vision tests, Bone Density, Blood Glucose, etc.
Assist providers with examinations, minor surgery, etc., and participate in routine diagnostic and therapeutic testing and treatment, as per LPN license.
Order medications, immunizations, and other supplies.
Maintain records of controlled substances and keep accurate accounting of same.
Process laboratory tests, referral and x-ray requisition forms according to Ryan Health protocols and clinical guidelines.
Retrieve laboratory and radiology reports for practitioners.
Maintain emergency bag, oxygen tanks, and other clinical equipment per Ryan Health protocols.
Perform follow-up procedures for abnormal lab results, Urgent Lab Recalls and missed appointments.
Responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, sterilizing and maintaining clinical equipment and medical instruments, as per Ryan Health protocols.
Prepare and organize supplies in examination rooms. This includes preparing examination table, ensuring that supplies are maintained in an organized manner in cabinets, and ensuring that all necessary instruments and supplies are readily available for practitioner’s use.
Perform nursing duties in accordance with current National Patient Safety Goals and JAHCO standards.
Communicate with clinical, clerical, and managerial staff to provide continuity of patient care.
Practice accepted infection control measures in accordance with OSHA Blood Bone Pathogens Standards, and Ryan Health policies and procedures.
Attend Ryan Health Meetings as required and assigned.
Report any unusual occurrences or problems in a timely manner to the Clinical Care Nurse Manager.
Other duties and/or projects as assigned.