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Per Diem Medical Practice LPN- Endocrinology - Danbury, CT

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Summary:

To assist the physician or APRN in providing medical care to the patients of the Office Practice.

Responsibilities:

1. Prepares materials, supplies, equipment and the patient to assist the physician or the APRN with the patient's medical exam.

2. Obtains the patients history and basic medical data such as vital signs, medications/allergies, height and weight.

3. Provides direct patient care such as injections of endocrine specific medications.

4. Collects, prepares and analyzes patient specimens as directed by the physician or APRN.

5. Instructs the patient and family on how to perform physician recommended preventive care, take prescribed medication, prepare for tests, monitor treatment progress and note symptom changes.

6. Contacts the patient by telephone to provide requested follow-up, advise them of test results or relay a physician's instructions, documents appropriately in EMR.

7. Performs organizational responsibilities to achieve the Practice's and WCMG missions through a process of total quality improvement.

8. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.

9. Maintain and Model Nuvance Health Foundational Values (Personal, Imaginative, Agile, Connected).

10. Performs other duties as required.

Other Information:

Required:
Minimum Experience: one year
Desired: Previous medical office experience preferred.

Working Conditions:

Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Some occupational risk

Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Company: Nuvance Health Med Practice CT

Org Unit: 518

Department: DB Endocrinology

Exempt: No

Per Diem Rate : $30.28/ hourly

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What You Should Know About Per Diem Medical Practice LPN- Endocrinology - Danbury, CT, Nuvance Health Med Practice CT

If you’re a dedicated and compassionate LPN looking for a flexible opportunity in a dynamic medical field, then the Per Diem Medical Practice LPN position at Nuvance Health's Endocrinology department in Danbury, CT, might be perfect for you! In this role, you will be a vital support member working alongside physicians and APRNs to provide exceptional medical care to patients. Your day-to-day will involve preparing for patient exams by gathering necessary materials and taking medical histories, including vital signs, medications, and allergies. You'll directly engage with patients, providing endocrine-specific medication injections and guiding them on preventive care and treatment progress. Communication plays a key role here, as you'll be the point of contact for patients regarding test results and follow-up instructions, all while documenting in the electronic medical record (EMR) system. You will also be part of our commitment to maintaining high-quality care, ensuring compliance with health regulations and embodying Nuvance Health's foundational values: Personal, Imaginative, Agile, and Connected. A year of experience is required, and while previous medical office experience is desired, it’s your dedication and ability to support patient care that truly matters. Join us in making a positive impact on our patients’ lives while enjoying the flexibility that a per diem position offers!

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What are the primary responsibilities of a Per Diem Medical Practice LPN at Nuvance Health?

As a Per Diem Medical Practice LPN at Nuvance Health, your main responsibilities will include assisting physicians or APRNs during patient exams, obtaining patient histories and vital signs, providing direct patient care such as administering medications, and communicating important health information to patients. You'll also be tasked with preparing and analyzing patient specimens as well as documenting patient interactions in the EMR.