License Practical Nurse (LPN) OBGYN (Bilingual English/Spanish)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) OBGYN (Bilingual English/Spanish)

Location: Bayshore, NY

Hours/Days: 5/8.5 hour days, Mon-Fri 8a-6p Organization: New York Health (NYH)

In This Role, You Will:

• Set up procedural spaces, Sterilize instruments for urologic procedures.
• Assist physician with exams and/or procedures.
• Update and maintain all electronic patient records and assist in transitioning hard copy records to digital format.
• Manage Physician inbox and prioritize tasks assigned via ONCO EMR.
• Work in the front office taking care of tasks such as answering phone calls and greeting patients as they enter the facility.
• Assist in maintaining the medical inventory and placing orders for new materials as needed.
• Record patient information such as vital signs, weight, and changes in medical history before each appointment.
• Clean and prepare examination rooms prior to patient appointments.
• Escort patients to exam rooms.
• Record patient interview, history, and chief complaint.
• Provide patient education concerning medications, management of diseases, home treatments, and special diets.
• Prepare patients for examinations and perform routine screening tests.
• Prepare and administer Injections.
• Phlebotomy and collection of other lab specimens.
• Perform basic lab tests.
• Administer and document medication under a physician's order and follows the five (5) medication rights and reduce the potential for medical error.

We Require:

• Current NYS LPN license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Consistent professional conduct and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills with patients, staff, and other health care professionals.
• Experience with EMR's.
• Reliable transportation to any of NYH location for patient care needs.

What We Offer:

• Salary: Starting at $32.50/h
• Benefits: Health Insurance on day 1, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-term disability, 401k Plan, Paid Time Off (PTO), 8 paid holidays (2 floating)

New York Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.