LPN - Float Pool- Full-time - $5,000 Sign on Bonus

Stamford Health•Stamford, CT

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About The Position

Stamford Health is hiring a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse for its Float Pool team, which supports Specialty and Primary Care offices throughout the organization. The role suits independent, motivated, self-driven professionals who are adaptable, embrace change, and enjoy supporting a variety of offices. 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. Team members may be assigned to 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.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of previous experience in a similar position is preferred.

Responsibilities

Review schedules and organize patient flow; greet patients, document their concerns and questions, accompany them to exam or procedure rooms, and prepare them for physical exams.
Conduct initial patient interviews, review medical profiles, and complete required charting in the EMR or manual charts 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 a physician and assist physicians with minor procedures.
Provide education as indicated after evaluating the learning needs of patients and/or their families.
Schedule patient testing and obtain pre-certification when required by insurance.
Respond to telephone messages from patients, physician offices, and others.
Check supplies and medications for expiration 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 instructions as directed by physicians.