Licensed Practical Nurse

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Assist providers with outpatient family medicine and obstetric patient care.Room patients, obtain vital signs, document medical histories, and prepare patients for examinations and procedures.Perform clinical tasks including immunizations, injections, point-of-care testing, EKGs, specimen collection, and medication administration within scope of practice.Support prenatal and postpartum visits, newborn care, and patient education.Coordinate referrals, diagnostic testing, and follow-up care.Communicate with patients regarding test results, medication questions, and care plans.Collaborate closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, medical assistants, patient service representatives, and the care management team to deliver exceptional patient-centered care.Demonstrates accountability for the provision of nursing careAssists with provider documents (folder manager)Collects data and communicates patient information in order to optimize patient outcomesRespects cultural customs and beliefsAssists in determining the health status and health needs of the patient and assists in the formulation of goals/outcomesDemonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care appropriate to the age and developmental level of the patientAssists in the coordination of human and material resources for the provision of care to assigned patientsParticipates with other members of the health care team for patient care deliveryDemonstrates professional growth as evidenced by a minimum of ten(10) hours of related education annuallyResponsible for working with providers to best efficiently meet their needs and our patients needsAssists with procedures as appropriate and neededProvides stocking, storage, cleaning, communication nurse duties and others as assignedResponsible for NYSDOH Rx EMR paperEnsures safety of all medicines and medical supplies maintained at the practice site