Clinic Nurse - LVN

Description

The Clinic Nurse in the Outpatient Oncology department is responsible for supporting the clinical team by managing patient communications, assisting with administrative tasks, and providing hands-on nursing care when necessary. This position plays a crucial role in maintaining smooth clinic operations by addressing voicemail and task box messages, managing CareSpace communications, and collaborating with other departments. The Clinic Nurse will also assist with overflow patient care, such as administering injections, and ensure seamless communication between nursing staff, providers, and ancillary teams.

Benefits: 

• Insurances: Life, medical, dental, short term and long-term disability
• 401K
• Free Parking
• PTO
• Holidays 
• Competitive Salary
• Employee  Assistant Program
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• Continuing  Medical Education Allowance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Next Level PRIME

Requirements

Job  Duty Essentials:

Patient Communication & Ancillary Duties:

• Manage      and respond to patient voicemails, task box assignments, faxes, and      CareSpace messages promptly and professionally.
• Ensure      timely communication with patients regarding their care, medication      refills, and appointment scheduling.
• Collaborate      with the clinical and administrative teams to address patient concerns and      follow up on care-related tasks.
• Set      up blood and platelet transfusions at local outpatient facilities. 

Clinical Support:

• Assist      with patient care on the floor by helping nurses with overflow patients,      particularly in administering injections and providing general nursing      support.
• Monitor      patient flow and assist as needed to ensure timely patient care,      especially during peak clinic hours.

Collaboration & Team Support:

• Foster      a positive and collaborative work environment by maintaining open lines of      communication with providers, infusion nurses, pharmacists, medical      assistants, and front office staff.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS: 

· Skills: Strong communication and organizational skills. Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment. Competence in managing patient communications and working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.

·  Technical: Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems and experience with CareSpace or similar patient communication platforms is preferred.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: 

· Education: Graduate of an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) program.

· Licensure: Current, valid LVN license in the state of practice.

· Experience: Prior experience in a clinical setting, oncology experience preferred but not required.

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