Licensed Practical Nurse- BILINGUAL SPANISH

Location: Forest Hills, NY

Position Type: Contract with Chance of Direct Hire

Schedule: Mon: 09:00am-05:30pm, Tue: 09:00am-06:00pm, Wed: 09:00am-05:30pm, Thu: 09:00am-06:30pm, Fri: 09:00am-04:00pm & Sat:(When Physician has Hours): 08:00am-12:00pm

Summary:

• A premier specialty medical practice with over 40 locations throughout NY and NJ has an immediate need for a Licensed Practical Nurse to for their Astoria, Queens location.

• The Allergy Nurse role offers an opportunity to work with patients of all ages, encompassing a wide spectrum of care within our vibrant patient community.

• We offer a supportive work environment aimed at promoting professional growth and teamwork amongst health care providers.

Responsibilities:

• Introduces self to patient while escorting patient into the exam room

• Prepares the patient for exams and procedures

• Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets and physicians' instructions to patients

• Administers medications including all types of injections, IV therapy as needed and within the scope of licensure

• Provide basic patient care and treatments, such as but not limited to: dressing wounds, performing catheterizations or applying compresses

• Collects, labels and processes specimens accurately

• Cleans and prepare medical treatment rooms for patient visits

• Assemble and use equipment appropriate to specific medical practice

• Schedule follow-up appointments for patients as needed

• Communicates delays effectively when necessary

Requirements:

• Current licensure as an LPN in the state of New York

• Must have BLS/CPR

• Flexibility in hours and ability to cover other departments and offices as needed is required

• Strong computer skills, must have EMR experience

• Excellent communication skills, both written & verbal

• Valid Drivers License and reliable transportation