Licensed Practical Nurse

Job DescriptionWe have multiple openings for passionate LPNs across our locations in Stamford, Greenwich, Norwalk, Wilton, Darien, and New Canaan.Why You'll Love Working Here:Work-Life Balance: Monday–Friday schedule, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (no nights, no weekends!)Comprehensive Benefits Effective Day One of Employment: Medical, dental, and vision coverageGenerous Paid Time Off to recharge and enjoy life outside of workRetirement Savings Plan with employer contributionsCareer Growth Opportunities within a leading healthcare systemSupportive Team Environment focused on collaboration and patient careIf you're ready to make a difference and grow your career in healthcare, apply today and join a team that cares for you as much as you care for patients!Major Responsibilities:• Reviews schedules and organizes patient low; greet patients, documents patient's concerns, questions etc…accompanies patient to exam/procedure room and prepares patients for physical exam. Initial patient interview; reviewing patient medical profile, and documents all required charting in EMR/manual charting as appropriate.• Obtains and accurately documents patient vital signs, weight. Reports any abnormalities to physician. Assists with specimen collection and testing as necessary. Documents pertinent information.• Assists patients as necessary i.e. walking, transferring, dressing etc.• Provides minor treatment as directed by physician, assists physicians with minor procedures.• Provides education as indicated after evaluating the learning needs of the patient and or family.• As required, schedules patient testing and pre certifies if insurances requires.• Responds to telephone messages (patient, physician offices etc…)• End of month checks for expired supplies and medication.• Stocks rooms/maintains inventory or exam/procedure rooms.• Orders supplies as needed.• Exam/procedure room & equipment cleaned after each patient.• Prepares exam /procedure room for next patient & physician needs.• Notifies patients of test results (per physician instruction) and follow up.Qualifications/Requirements:• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.• Valid license as Licensed Practical Nurse in CT.• BLS Certification• Excellent customer service / communication skills.• Knowledge of medical terminology.• Minimum of 2 years previous experience in a similar position preferred.• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.