Licensed Practical Nurse, Oncology, Per Diem, Weekdays as needed

• Prepares patients for physician clinic visits so that physicians can proceed with examinations without delay and so patients have their basic concerns met and questions answered.
• Coordinates all aspects of patient readiness for physician examination such as, obtains and documents vital signs, glucometer testing, pulse oximetry levels, weight and reason for visit, as well as, places patients in exam room with the appropriate attire for exam.
• Maintains established par levels of all medical supplies so that physicians and nursing staff have access to adequate supplies and materials.
• Orders all medical supplies for the clinical department, as well as, restocks shelves and files for physicians and nurses.
• Creates, copies, and distributes clerical materials and educational literature as needed for daily clinic activities.
• Assists patients, physicians and nurses with complex treatments, infusion room set ups, special procedures and the retrieval of patient information so that medical records are organized with up to date results for physician review and physicians are provided with test results requested to ensure patients receive appropriate applications.
• Identifies the correct patient to receive Laboratory Service, verifies physician orders, as well as, posts orders to ensure appropriate follow up.
• Obtains patient laboratory samples according to policy and procedures outlined in the Athol Hospital Laboratory Manual.
• Assures that the patient exams, tests and/or procedures are consistent with the nature of patient’s needs and orders.
• Identifies variations from expected findings and/or test values.
• Takes appropriate actions when variations are identified.
• Safely administers medications and intravenous therapy in accordance with physician’s orders, protocols, policies and procedures.
• Assesses patient pain level upon admission and as necessary, depending upon diagnosis utilizing the numerical pain scale.
• Reassesses effectiveness of pain control and notifies physicians as needed, as well as, documents assessment and patients’ response to medication.
• Initiates and administers IV's in accordance with physician orders and nursing policy and procedure to support required treatment.
• Safely double checks blood and blood products with RN and monitors patients receiving blood and blood products according to policy and procedure and observes and documents patient’s response to blood transfusions.
• Assists with bone marrow aspiration and/or biopsy
• Assists in the admission and discharge of patients to expedite care.
• Assists with the transfer of patients to and from other departments utilizing appropriate technique (i.e. body mechanics, transfer mattress).
• Collaborates with the secretary in the registering of patients, covering the desk, and pulling and maintaining the patient schedule.
• Provides clerical support to clinical staff (e.g. maintains unit files, organizes patient care record, prepares admission and pre-op charts, etc).
• Under direction of the RN, makes all appropriate arrangements for outside services, transfers, and ambulance services in a timely manner.
• Appropriately prioritizes tasks adjusting to changing workload as necessary (e.g. seeks assistance as needed from appropriate resources, recognizes emergency situations, etc.).
• Maintains clean and safe work environment (identifies and/or removes safety hazards).
• Performs thorough, timely, and accurate transcription of physicians’ orders (including entering into Meditech OE module where utilized).
• Performs support functions to manager/director such as payroll, copying, typing, etc.
• Participates in the learning for colleagues and self (e.g. assist with orientation of new staff in-services, educational programs, etc.).
• Schedules patients for outpatient clinics, chemotherapy and other procedures through the Community Wide Scheduling Module.
• Inputs all pertinent patient data for scheduling such as referral and/or approval numbers, in collaboration with physician office.
• Prints, posts and updates schedules on a daily basis.
• Supports physicians and nursing staff in patient care coordination.
• Establishes and maintains a good working relationship with patients, physicians, physician's office staff, visitors and other members of the health care team through responsiveness, accuracy of information and professionalism.
• Coordinates the flow of patients entering and leaving the department to ensure smooth functioning of the department.
• Greets patients and verifies patient demographics as they enter Special Procedures.

• Graduate of state approved LPN program

• Previous experience in a clinic/medical office, SNF or acute care preferred
• Previous phlebotomy experience preferred

Minimum Licenses and Certifications

• Current MA LPN License
• BLS required by AHA