• 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

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.

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

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

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.

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