LPN - Temporary Float Pool

Stamford Health • Stamford, CT

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About The Position

Stamford Health is seeking a temporary Licensed Practical Nurse for its Float Pool, which supports Stamford Health Specialty and Primary Care offices. Float Pool team members work across a variety of practices and locations and are expected to be adaptable, independent, motivated, and self-driven. The position offers training and experience in multiple Specialty and Primary Care settings.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, with shifts from either 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Assignments may be at locations in Norwalk, Wilton, Darien, Stamford, New Canaan, Riverside, and Greenwich.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Valid Connecticut Licensed Practical Nurse license.
• BLS certification.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of previous experience in a similar position is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review schedules, organize patient flow, greet patients, document their concerns and questions, accompany them to exam or procedure rooms, and prepare them for physical examinations.
• Conduct initial patient interviews, review patient medical profiles, and complete required documentation in the electronic medical record or on paper as appropriate.
• Obtain and accurately document patient vital signs and weight, report abnormalities to physicians, and assist with specimen collection and testing as necessary.
• Assist patients with walking, transferring, dressing, and other needs.
• Provide minor treatments as directed by physicians and assist physicians with minor procedures.
• Evaluate patient or family learning needs and provide education as indicated.
• Schedule patient testing and obtain pre-certification when required by insurance.
• Respond to telephone messages from patients, physician offices, and others.
• Check for expired supplies and medications at the end of each month.
• Stock rooms, maintain exam and procedure room inventory, and order supplies as needed.
• Clean exam and procedure rooms and equipment after each patient.
• Prepare exam and procedure rooms for the next patient and physician needs.
• Notify patients of test results and follow-up information per physician instructions.

Benefits

• Valuable skills training and experience in a variety of Specialty and Primary Care practices.

What This Job Offers

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