Licensed Practical Nurse

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Licensed Practical Nurse Full Time Rochester, NY, US Salary Range: $23.00 To $28.00 Hourly Scope The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at the Quatela Center for Plastic Surgery is responsible for performing clinical duties and assisting or setting up minor procedures for the clinical practice. Position Summary LPN is responsible for assisting in the care of both facial and body plastic postoperative clients. This is a fulltime position that requires approximately 90% of time standing/walking and about 10% of time sitting. No heavy lifting is involved. Qualifications LPN Licensure from accredited school of nursing CPR certified More than 2 years’ experience as a LPN in the field of medicine. Work Experience with Dermatology and / or Plastic Surgery is a plus but not mandatory Experience and use of electronic medical records Understands proper way to educate clients, assess learning response. Ability to assess client and identify medical needs/concerns and the ability to communicate this to supervisory MD or NP provider. Ability to triage patients. Knowledge and ability to remove sutures, drains, dressings with thorough physical assessment skills. (Applicant will be trained on proper technique with our patient population) Ability to identify infection or hematoma Training in basic clinical/medical procedures. Basic computer operating knowledge-Microsoft word and Excel Basic knowledge of working with camera/downloading info into computer. (Will receive training) Ability to work with and maintain confidential patient information. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, patients, and clients. Ability to follow precise direction, instructions, and system protocols. Ability to provide friendly, timely service to all patients and/or clients with questions or concerns. Ability to take direction and follow through on assignments and responsibilities. Duties and Responsibilities Assist physician, NP and RN in seeing post-op, follow-up, and new patients. Set-up and assist with minor procedures, collect specimens Take new patient photos and enter demographics into database Ability to use Electronic Medical Record (EMR) software for making appointments, checking on appointments, adding notes and in general good understanding of EMR functioning. Return patient phone calls with answers to inquiries for any reason Full understanding of all injectables and ability to teach clients about these products. Clean and sterilize instruments during clinical day along with other team members. Clean rooms at end of clinical day as needed with other team members. Launder robes and garments as needed for Clinic. Medical Insurance Vision Insurance FSA- Flexible Spending Account HSA – Health Savings Account Life Insurance – Employer paid- 1.5x annual pay Paid Family Leave 3-Weeks Paid Vacation annually 10 paid Holidays Employee Discounts Work Anniversary Milestones- Employee Bonus -1 year/5 year/15 year/20 year/25 year All duties and responsibilities stated are essential job functions. Staff members may be required to perform additional job-related duties as assigned by management. It is the policy of Vito Quatela, MD, PLLC to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr