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Licensed Practical Nurse-MG - Orthopedic Surgeon

Job Details

Job Ref:
R0078429
Category:
LPN
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Health Care Partner:
Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital
Location:
206 Cornelia St, Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Department:
CVPH - MG Ortho, Neurosurg, Pain Mgmnt
Job Type:
Regular
Primary Shift:
Day
Hours:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Estimated Hours per Week:
40
Bi-Weekly Hours:
80
Weekend Needs:
As Scheduled
Pay Rate:
$25.49 - $36.96 per hour

This is a bargaining union position.

Primary: 7:30am-4:00pm; Secondary: 8:00am-4:30pm

GENERAL SUMMARY: 

The LPN works under the general supervision of the Practice Supervisor, an Ambulatory RN or other licensed provider to deliver excellent patient care completing the duties and responsibilities of the position while complying with the HIPAA and CVPH confidentiality policies. S(he) is responsible to manage patient flow while supporting physician (s) to ensure efficient use of their time and minimize patient wait time. S(he) is responsible to perform operational and quality/risk management duties according to regulations and protocols. The position requires regular use of independent judgment to interpret and apply policies, procedures and practices.

QUALIFICATIONS:  

Education/Skills Required:
1.    Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing required.
2.    Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State.
3.    Understanding and commitment to CVPH core values of teamwork, commitment, confidentiality and quality care.
4.    Excellent attention to detail.
5.    Good written and verbal communication skills.
6.    Above average spelling and memory skills.
7.    Working knowledge of medical terminology and medications.
8.    Develop and maintain effective relationships with staff, providers, patients and external customers.
9.    Medical office experience preferred.
10.    Knowledge of medical practice management and/or electronic medical records systems preferred.
11.    Utilize available business technology to perform assigned duties.
12.    Above average organizational skills.
13.    Ability to make appropriate decisions with a minimum amount of supervisory direction.
14.    Experience in use of personal computers required; proficient in use of Microsoft Word.

As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided.

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