Licensed Practice Nurse - Pediatrics New

A health services organization in New York City is currently seeking a new Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their growing Pediatric Care team at one of their Brooklyn facilities.

Responsibilities:
The Pediatric Care LPN will:

• Screen (walk-in/telephone and schedule appointments) patients and make the appropriate referral for services required
• Perform venipuncture for tests as outlined in AHS policy and procedures manual and as ordered by the Physician
• Assist the Nurse Manager/Charge Nurse with case management activities as assigned and documents actions taken
• Assist the medical staff with treatment and diagnostic procedures
• Perform EKGs and venipuncture on patients
• Monitor equipment and supplies for clinic session, assuring adequate quantities are available
• Perform patient care follow ups, including checking on broken appointments, confirming appointments or tests by telephone, etc.
• Act as a liaison for patients and their families and/or significant others; provide psychological support, as needed
• Appropriately obtain specific visit type information or intake in order to prepare patient adequately for physicians examination (i.e., vision test, urine pregnancy test, glucose monitoring)
• Report malfunctioning equipment promptly to supervisor
• Perform other duties, as needed

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program
• NYS Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• BLS Certification
• 1+ years Pediatric work experience
• Venipuncture
• Experience working with the Pediatric population
• Great interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

Desired Skills:

• 1 year of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Previous experience in an Ambulatory setting