Licensed Practical Nurse - Clinical LPN - Brain Gut

DENT Institute; Eggertsville (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance (no overnight shifts

Medical, Dental & Vision Plans

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Critical Illness, Accident, & Legal Pl

Wellness Program

Learning & Development Opportunities

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Free Onsite Parking at All Locations

Job summary

Dent Neurologic Institute is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support our Brain Gut Health Clinic in Amherst, NY. This full-time position is based at the main Dent Tower location and involves working Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm, with no overnights.

The LPN will assist with patient care activities, medication administration, documentation, and coordination with physicians and staff to ensure efficient, high-quality service.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active LPN license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and participates in patient care activities including vital signs, blood draws (if qualified), medication administration and medical record documentation.
• Prepare and set up medical supplies and equipment for procedures.
• Educate patients and families; provide referrals and resources as needed.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, safety and infection control policies.

Skills

LPN license

Patient care

Vital signs

Job description

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Licensed Practical Nurse - Clinical LPN - Brain Gut

Full Time Licensed Amherst, NY, Amherst, NY, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2093

Salary Range: $23.00 To $25.50 Hourly

Dent Neurologic Institute is committed to excellence in all we do. Our culture is built on 4 key pillars: respect, quality, productivity, and well-being. By remaining dedicated to these values and the overall mission, we are dedicated to making a difference for both patients and colleagues. When you join the Dent team, you can take advantage of a variety of benefits:

• Work-Life Balance (no overnight shifts)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Critical Illness, Accident, & Legal Plans
• Wellness Program
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Free Onsite Parking at All Locations

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8 hours/day, 5 days/week either 8:00am- 4:30pm

Location: Amherst - Brain Gut Health Clinic

As a Clinical LPN, you will be part of an experienced and professional team supporting our patients and providers in the at the main DENT Tower location in Amherst, NY.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and participates in a variety of patient care activities in the examination and treatment of patients to include: vital signs, blood draws (if qualified), medication administration, mini-mental assessments, assisting with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, using standard equipment; records data for medical records as directed by the provider.
• Determine, prepare and set-up medical supplies, instruments and equipment for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Contributes to patient care through patient and family education, distributing recourse literature and community service recommendations and referrals as needed,
• Complies with quality assurance, HIPAA, customer focus, infection control and safety regulations per the facility policy procedures and NYS regulations
• Confers with the patient to obtain accurate information for records, explains procedures;’ ensure completion of chart information prior to examination by provider.
• Prepare e-prescriptions for provider’s evaluation and completion/transmittal.
• Assists in completion of insurance/compensation/disability/prior authorization forms.
• Accurate documentation in chart/EMR after each patient encounter
• Maintain work area in clean and orderly condition; set up, clean and disinfect examination rooms; monitor and ensure appropriate inventory of medical supplies in examination rooms; replenish as required
• May be required to assist with bio-hazard cleanup (i.e. restroom, waiting area, exam room following universal precautions/kits)
• Support patient care with an emphasis on patient response; maintains liaison with physicians and practice administration to ensure efficient and effective patient care services.
• Coordinates scheduling with medical secretary. Represents the Dent by displaying a respectful and caring manner with patients and their families. Independently problem solves and utilizes resources to solve complicated matters. Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
• Interacts calmly, respectfully and in a friendly manner with other representatives of services at the Dent. Refers patients to proper resources for Dent policies such as billing and or financial support. Assists in clerical duties as needed, functioning as a member of the health care team
• Escort and/or transport patients to the examination room and other clinic locations, if necessary
• Document accurately in char/EMR after each patient encounter.
• Maintains competence through continuing education and in-service training.
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

Compensation

• Most candidates will start within the first quartile of the pay range
• Rates are commensurate with experience

EEO Statement

Dent Neurologic Institute offers an inclusive work environment built on kindness and respect for all. Dent provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws as the basis for an employment decision. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration.