Licensed Practical Nurse- Float- part time or full time position available

Upstate Medical University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 28,213 - 47,141; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with employer funding

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Job summary

A leading university hospital is seeking a Float Licensed Practical Nurse to provide patient care across various departments. The role involves supporting clinicians through patient assessments, administrative tasks, and ensuring effective communication with patients. Ideal candidates will hold a valid NYS LPN license and CPR certification, with a commitment to patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Must hold a NYS license as an LPN.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Ability to maintain patient flow and assist in exams.

Responsibilities

• Screen patients and take vital signs.
• Maintain clear and accurate medical charts.
• Assist the clinician with examinations and procedures.

Skills

Patient screening

Vital signs

Patient education

Communication

Education

NYS licensed/registered LPN

Current CPR certification

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Job Summary: Floating to different divisions within Department of Medicine

• Screen patients, take vital signs, review medication list, assist clinician with exams, maintain patient flow.
• Record concise, accurate and complete information regarding patient history, medications, teaching, etc., as per policy.
• Appropriate and professional telephone interactions under supervision of clinician or Nurse Manager, handle prescription renewals, enter /edit labs, maintain communication between clinician and patient. Provide written patient education material. Maintain exam rooms, stock rooms with supplies, clean instruments, and inventory.
• aintenance of medical charts, flow sheets, forms and processing of insurance forms. Scanning and abstraction. Provide backup / coverage to other office staff as needed
• Perform other related duties, as assigned
• Complete and maintain EPIC training and proficiency at all relevant nursing courses
  
  

Support And Assist Head Nurse As Necessary

• Attend nursing staff meetings, participating in sharing knowledge, information and ideas among team members.
• Assist in the orientation of new personnel when requested.
• Assure a safe and productive environment of patients and staff members:
• Follow procedures set for adherence to the safety guidelines and policies of the practice and OSHA (i.e., cleaning of equipment and instruments, etc). Inform Nurse Manager of any areas for concern.
• Perform other duties in any area necessary to insure the safe and effective operation of the practice.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned
• Completion of necessary paperwork
• Complete forms at Licensed Practical Nurse level of expertise (i.e., insurance, compensation, disability).
  

Minimum Qualifications

NYS licensed/registered LPN. Current CPR certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Work Days:

Monday - Friday daytime hours

Message To Applicants

Our benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, eligibility for employer 401k funding after 1 year (3% quarterly/5% annual on vesting schedule), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, including vacation and personal time, paid sick leave, holidays and floating holidays.

G5: $20.48 - 34.22

Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations.

Recruitment Office

MedBest Medical Management

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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