Rooming Nurse - LPN

Description

About Us:
We are a compassionate and dedicated primary care medical office, focused on providing high-quality, patient-centered care. We are looking for a Rooming Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team and support our providers in delivering exceptional healthcare services.

Job Summary:
As a Rooming LPN, you will play a key role in preparing patients for their visits, taking vital signs, assisting with patient assessments, and ensuring an efficient rooming process. You will work closely with providers and medical assistants to deliver quality care and maintain a supportive, professional environment for our patients.

 Why Join Us?
Join a patient-focused team where your contributions are valued, and your work has a positive impact on the community. We offer a collaborative work environment and opportunities for professional growth. 

Job Title: Rooming Nurse

Reports To: Site Manager

Department: Nursing

Supervises: N/A

Location: On site - 216 E Main St Westfield NY

Travel Required: <10%

Position Type: Full-time 38-40 hours/week, Non-exempt

Pay Information: $18.50 - $22.50

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Obtain vital signs and perform medication reconciliation during rooming process in a timely and professional manner
• Report patient health-related needs to provider
• Use Disease Management and Health Maintenance as age-based tool to assist with and create orders, administer vaccines, and other incentive measures
• Perform various medical procedures and assist providers
• Work in messaging and document tanks to return patient calls about medical questions and results
• Assist to schedule appointments for patients as needed
• Ensure patient records are up to date and accurate
• Enter patient information in electronic chart system as needed
• Monitor inventory and expiration dates on medical supplies and order supplies as needed
• Maintain a safe and clean environment set forth by OSHA guidelines
• Maintain strict HIPAA standards when speaking or faxing patient information
• Maintain licensing and appropriate updated trainings
• Participate and communicate in team meetings to improve processes
• Provide back up where needed, attend to walk-ins, and assist reception with resolving patient issues or complaints
• May assist in other departments as needed
• Any additional duties as assigned by management 

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Six months to a year of experience preferred 
• New York State Practical Nursing Licensure required 
• CPR training required
• Nursing Degree required

PREFERRED SKILLS: 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical requirements and working environment are typical of most medical office settings. Employees are frequently required to sit for long periods of time, stand, walk, balance, hear, talk, reach, and use their hands. Employees may occasionally be required to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb (stepstool) and stretch. Physical effort requires some lifting usually not in excess of 25 pounds. The office work environment is indoors and free from dust, smoke, moisture, and excessive noise. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply. 

If you meet the requirements and are interested in this opportunity, please submit your application today. We look forward to hearing from you!