LPN - Urogyn & Recon Surg - Part-time Norwalk/Stamford

Stamford Health•CT, CT

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

Stamford Health is seeking a part-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for its Urogyn & Recon Surg practice. The LPN will coordinate patient care in accordance with established standards and guidelines, provide staff mentorship, and serve as a resource for problem identification and resolution. The role involves rotating between Norwalk and Stamford locations.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Valid license as Licensed Practical Nurse in CT.
BLS Certification
Excellent customer service / communication skills.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 2 years previous experience in a similar position preferred

Responsibilities

Reviews schedules and organizes patient flow; greets patients, documents concerns and questions, accompanies patients to exam/procedure rooms, and prepares them for physical exams.
Conducts initial patient interviews, reviews medical profiles, and documents all required charting in EMR or manual charts.
Obtains and accurately documents patient vital signs and weight, reporting any abnormalities to the physician.
Assists with specimen collection and testing as necessary, documenting pertinent information.
Assists patients with mobility, transfers, and dressing as needed.
Provides minor treatments as directed by the physician and assists with minor procedures.
Educates patients and families based on their learning needs.
Schedules patient testing and obtains pre-certification if required by insurance.
Responds to telephone messages from patients and physician offices.
Conducts end-of-month checks for expired supplies and medications.
Stocks rooms and maintains inventory of exam/procedure rooms.
Orders supplies as needed.
Ensures exam/procedure rooms and equipment are cleaned after each patient.
Prepares exam/procedure rooms for the next patient and physician needs.
Notifies patients of test results and follows up as instructed by the physician.
Attends scheduled staff meetings and in-service education opportunities.
Participates in continuing education programs.
Maintains effective working relationships with employees and other members of the healthcare team.
Respects and protects patient confidentiality and privacy, disclosing information only for professional purposes in the patient's best interest and with consideration of their legal rights.
Displays a positive attitude when interacting with physicians' office staff, physicians, and fellow employees.