LPN, Occ Health

Creating a better way. It's more than just the philosophy we were founded on. It's our purpose. For our employees, it means more time with patients. Unrushed visits to build meaningful relationships. And most importantly, an opportunity to empower our patients to achieve their full potential - at work and in life. Determined to make a difference? Join our health care revolution and be a part of something better.

QuadMed is seeking a PRN/As-Needed Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our 24-hour Occupational Health Center in Flushing, NY. This position requires overnight availability to pick up shifts. 7pm - 7am (12-hour shift)

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

The LPN is part of the team dedicated to providing day-to-day clinical and operational activities for Occupational Health Services. The LPN will be a highly motivated, quality-conscious healthcare professional with the ability to work in an environment where one-on-one time with patients and positive outcomes are the ultimate measurement of success. The successful candidate will?focus on prevention and wellness, perform all nursing functions, phone triage, coordinate care with external providers, and patient education as directed by the providers on site.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides quality care to all patients. Treats all patients with dignity and respect. Understands, follows, and maintains all Patient Rights.

• Provides prompt, appropriate clinical care to all employees in conformance with company policies, clinical protocols, state regulations, standard nursing guidelines, and ethical standards. This includes worksite injury/illness evaluation per QuadMed approved clinical protocols, treatment coordination with the Wellness Center, and referral to urgent care or emergency department in accordance with QuadMed approved clinical protocols.

• Ensures accurate and timely documentation into the EMR for all patient care; i.e.-patient interviews and history, vital signs, treatments, test results.

• Maintains confidentiality of all patient and organization information.

• Follows federal and state regulations and organization policies regarding protection of patient information.

• Assists in the modification of patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses, conditions, and as ordered by the provider.

• Performs other duties to include recording of vital signs, audiograms, vision testing, urine collection, blood collection, spirometry, respirator fit testing, injections, basic first aid, urine drug testing, and breath alcohol testing.

• Cleans and sterilizes medical instruments and equipment. Ensure rooms are stocked with supplies.

• Performs administrative functions, front office functions and schedules appointments as requested.

• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.

• Performs other position related duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Graduate from an approved nursing program with an associate degree or equivalent

Experience:

• Minimum one (1) year of clinical experience required. Occupational Health experience preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Current license in state of residence or compact licensure required

• Current CPR (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 60 days of hire

• Certification in Occupational Health Nursing (COHN or COHN-S), and/or in other Occupational Health related services (CAOHC, NIOSH-approved spirometry) preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Working knowledge of practical nursing theories and polices

• Knowledge of the patient care procedures, medical protocols, and testing procedures necessary to support an Occupational Health center.

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

• Organizational and decision-making abilities

• Excellent assessment skills

• Computer skills required (electronic medical record experience preferred)

• Proven ability to work effectively with diverse populations and a demonstrated commitment to fostering inclusion.

Employees can be expected to be paid an hourly range of $39 - $41, based on variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions.

Harry Quadracci was determined to do things differently, and to do them better. In 1991, the visionary print manufacturing CEO founded QuadMed out of the belief that there had to be a better way to provide his employees with access to affordable, high-quality health care. And what started as doing the right thing, ended up sparking a health care revolution. Now 30 years later, we partner with employers across the nation to provide value-driven health and wellness services in or near the workplace. With a focus on breaking down cost, access and quality barriers, we empower employees and their families to live healthier, happier lives.

We offer excellent benefits to eligible employees, including 401(k), holidays, vacations and more.

QuadMed and Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a place of belonging - a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. QuadMed and Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. QuadMed and Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

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