LPN - Colorectal Surgery - Full-time Stamford

Stamford Health•Stamford, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Stamford Health is hiring a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse for its outpatient Colorectal Surgery team in Stamford. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The position supports patient visits and procedures by preparing patients and rooms, documenting clinical information, assisting physicians, providing patient education, coordinating testing and follow-up, and maintaining supplies and equipment.

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 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 examinations.
Conduct initial patient interviews, review medical profiles, and complete required documentation in the EMR or paper chart as appropriate.
Obtain and document vital signs and weight, report abnormalities to the physician, and assist with specimen collection and testing as needed.
Assist patients with walking, transferring, dressing, and other needs.
Provide minor treatments as directed by the physician and assist physicians with minor procedures.
Evaluate patient or family learning needs and provide education as indicated.
Schedule patient testing and obtain insurance precertification when required.
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 instructions as directed by the physician.