LPN

LPN for Pediatric, Adolescent Medicine in Briarcliff Manor, NY

Essential Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities:

• 75% patient care, 25% administrative
• Perform brief histories on patients coming to the office visits
• Obtain vitals prior to physician coming to see the patient according to standing protocols
• Track ordered labs and diagnostic testing results
• Administer injections and provide teaching for self-administration for IBD treatment under the directions of the providers
• Queue medications to providers when requested
• Fill out forms to go to schools, day cares, employers, and hospitals/specialists
• Assess patient needs via phone call, answering questions when possible and elevating to providers or booking appointments when needed
• Obtain and coordinate prior authorizations for medication, Enteral Therapy and DME supplies
• Operate according to standard orders and standing protocols
• Enter all charges into superbill: injection administration, g-tube changes & chemical cauterization
• Provide care in a patient-centered manner
• Demonstrate excellence in both internal and external customer service
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Experience and Licensure Requirements:

• High school degree or equivalent required
• Current New York State LPN license required
• Pediatric nursing experience preferred