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SUNY Upstate Medical University Licensed Practical Nurse in Syracuse, New York

Job Summary:

  • Prepare ahead for all new patient, on-treatment and follow-up appointments to include review of chart for updates;

  • request any needed images and reports;

  • anticipate any test that each respective physician may require before seeing patient;

  • Ensure all pertinent test results and reports are obtained prior to scheduled appointment;

  • Complete physician orders such as, skin care or dressing changes, laryngoscopy, O2 administration, prescriptions;

  • coordinate all prescribed diagnostic testing and monitor results including reporting to physician;

  • this will include CT/Sim appointments, radiology appointments and other appointments as directed by the physician;

  • Assist with examinations, diagnostic procedures and treatments when appropriate;

  • Room and interview new patients including medical history and recent history related to diagnosis;

  • provide patient written and verbal teaching and information about diagnosis, radiation therapy, side effects and other pertinent information;

  • Provide daily direct care to patients;

  • medication reconciliation;

  • PRN nursing assessment for changes in status to include vital signs;

  • teaching on nutrition and maintaining weight;

  • promptly report changes that impact patient status or care to the physician;

  • Assess psychological and emotional needs and provide support through active listening and referral to appropriate agencies and/or departments as directed by physicians;

  • Provide education material and communicate physician advice and instructions to patient

    Minimum Qualifications:

NYS licensed/registered LPN with a minimum of one year nursing experience. Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience in an outpatient setting (specialty area) strongly preferred.

Work Days:

Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

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: $21.07 - $35.22

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

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