Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Cayuga Primary Care - Tompkins Street

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Cayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Cayuga Health's commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs.

We are in search of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with experience in delivering exceptional patient care and support to the physicians. People and communication skills are essential to the success of this role and the applicant must be able to remain flexible and work in two different locations.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Perform clinical duties in accordance with the scope of practice per LPN license and in accordance with NYS laws and regulations.
• Carry out all assigned clinical procedures for the comfort and well-being of patients, per practice protocol.
• Take and record patient's vital signs.
• Prepare exam rooms and sterilize equipment and supplies per protocols.
• Assist physicians/providers with procedures, patient care and/or scheduling, per office protocol.
• Provide call management for physicians/providers with regard to clinical questions, prescription refills, test results and other patient calls per practice protocols.
• Prepare patient's record for visit, as directed by physician/provider.
• Participates in scheduled team meetings to discuss/clarify roles, responsibility, processes, and patient issues.
• Participates in quality improvement activities and committees, as requested.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited LPN program
• Current NYS licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Demonstrated clinical competency
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of diseases and treatment
• Ability to apply aseptic tech and sterilization
• Knowledge of the practice management system, EMR and scheduling protocols
• Basic keyboard skill
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of accuracy in performing responsibilities
• Exceptional service attitude and communication style
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Location and Travel Requirements:

• Onsite - 260 Tompkins St.
• Shift - Days - 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM (M-F rotating shift)

Pay Range Disclosure:

• $ 24.15 to $35.00 per hour

Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status is an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.