LPN-Commercialization

The Diagnostic Specialist-MSSM is a professional individual who supports quality patient care, performs routine examinations, assists physicians and registered nurses with daily clinical activity and performs standard diagnostic procedures.

•  Plans and manages patient care according to each patients needs.
• Interviews patients and records their medical history and physical condition.
• Obtains patient vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration.
• Provides routine care for patients.
• Reviews medical charts.
• Accompanies patients to their rooms.
• Assists physicians and registered nurses.
• Communicates with patients and their families.
• Performs standard diagnostic procedures including EKG, phlebotomy, venipuncture, spirometry, etc.
• Prepares specimens for lab courier.
• Administers medications.
• Provides wound care.
• Prepares and administers injections
• Verifies that patient charts are updated promptly and accurately
• Observes and records patients conditions and reactions to medications and treatment.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Completion of a New York State-approved training program in licensed practical nursing.
• BLS certification
• 1-2 years recent nursing experience
• Active New York State LPN licensure.