LPN - Pediatric Dermatology

Summit Health•Purchase, NY

1d•$34 - $43

About The Position

The LPN supports a physician-led pediatric dermatology practice by preparing patients for examinations and procedures, providing care and treatments within the scope of licensure, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with office operations. The role works under the supervision of a physician or Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include explaining treatments and instructions to patients; administering medications, injections, and IV therapy as appropriate; collecting and processing specimens; preparing treatment rooms and equipment; scheduling follow-up visits; entering patient information and managing the physician’s desktop; providing clerical support; and maintaining medical inventory.

Requirements

Graduate of an LPN school program.
Current LPN licensure in the state of New York.
BLS certification upon hire.
Complete the competency skill checklist within the first three months.

Nice To Haves

IV and/or phlebotomy skills are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Escort patients to exam rooms and introduce oneself.
Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, and physicians’ instructions to patients.
Administer medications, including injections and IV therapy as needed and within the scope of licensure.
Provide basic patient care and treatments, including dressing wounds, performing catheterizations, or applying compresses.
Collect, label, and process specimens accurately.
Clean and prepare medical treatment rooms for patient visits.
Assemble and use equipment appropriate to the medical practice.
Schedule follow-up appointments and communicate delays when necessary.
Enter patient information into the computer accurately and promptly.
Manage the physician’s desktop accurately and efficiently.
Provide clerical support, including making appointments, booking procedures, obtaining pre-authorizations, and answering telephones.
Manage medical inventory and order supplies based on par levels.
Work under the supervision of a physician or Registered Nurse.