About the Role
Provide compassionate, hands-on care in both clinical and community settings, working alongside healthcare providers to deliver essential nursing services and support patient wellness.
Responsibilities
- Performs direct patient care and procedures within the scope of practice of an LPN in medical office and community settings.
- Interviews clients regarding health history and documents pertinent information.
- Accurately measures and records vital signs, demonstrating age-specific competencies.
- Performs minor diagnostic procedures and tests, reporting results to the provider.
- Assists the provider with exams when requested.
- Administers immunizations and medications via IM, sub-q and intra-dermal routes; may insert and monitor IVs upon certification.
- Draws blood, prepares specimens, and completes orders for laboratory tests.
- Maintains compliance with infection control and universal precaution standards.
- Cleans and prepares instruments for autoclaving and prepares/cleans exam rooms.
- Assures all referrals are documented and schedules/confirms appointments.
- Notifies Admission Associates of schedule changes and arranges transportation services.
- Maintains adequate supply levels, including necessary immunizations.
- Maintains and monitors medical equipment in accordance with quality assurance recommendations.
- Maintains accurate and timely documentation in patient records, logs, and vaccine inventory.
- Provides educational materials to patients regarding treatment, health promotion, and disease prevention.
- Facilitates the prescription process.
- Communicates lab or diagnostic testing results to patients/clients as directed by the provider.
- Collects data and submits reports as directed by Clinical RN/Supervisor or Health Operations Director.
- Serves on various committees and advisory groups as directed.
- Participates in staff meetings, in-service training, and off-site continuing education programs.
- Adheres to all Oneida Nation Health Services Security and Confidentiality policies and procedures.
Requirements
- Must possess a New York State license and current registration for Licensed Practical Nursing.
- Three years of diverse clinical nursing practice experience (acute care/hospital, long term care/geriatrics, Hospice, pediatrics, medical office, or community health nursing).
- CPR certificate required.
- Must be able to work indoors and be exposed to various environmental factors, including health risks associated with being around ill patients.
- Must be able to move, lift, or transfer patients utilizing proper lifting techniques (up to 100 pounds).
- Must be able to record, document, and enter data accurately.
- Must be able to stand for long periods, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat, and reach above the shoulder.
- Must be able to work well with staff and clients in a cross-cultural setting.
- Must have a valid NYS driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Protective clothing, including rubber gloves, is required.
- Ability to stand/walk for long periods of time and lift up to 11 - 20 pounds.
Skills
- Licensed Practical Nursing
- Direct patient care
- Health history documentation
- Vital signs measurement
- Diagnostic procedures
- EKG
- PFT
- CLIA-waived tests
- Medication administration
- IV insertion and monitoring (upon certification)
- Blood draws
- Specimen preparation
- Infection control
- Universal precautions
- Instrument cleaning and preparation
- Referral documentation
- Appointment scheduling
- Transportation arrangement
- Supply management
- Medical equipment maintenance
- Patient record documentation
- Vaccine inventory management
- Patient education
- Prescription process facilitation
- Communication of test results
- Data collection
- Report submission
- Committee participation
- Staff meeting participation
- In-service training
- Continuing education
- Security policies
- Confidentiality policies
- PCMH knowledge preferred
- Accreditation process knowledge preferred
Location
- Oneida Indian Nation community
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 3 years of diverse clinical nursing practice
Education Level
- New York State license and current registration for Licensed Practical Nursing
- CPR certificate
Salary/Compensations
- $24.00 to $30.00 hourly
Benefits
- Paid weekly
- Variety of schedules
- Paid time off
- Tuition assistance
- Career-building professional development
- Discounts from dining to fuel to concerts
- Team Member appreciation events
- Quality healthcare and dental benefits
- Robust 401k retirement plan
- Dealer School
- Finance Scholarship Program
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
- Life insurance
- Paid holidays
- Team member assistance programs
- Wellness programs
- Upcoming 5,000-square-foot onsite medical center
- Training programs
- Complimentary shuttles
- Career development initiatives
About the Company
- Oneida Indian Nation Health Services provides compassionate, hands-on care in both clinical and community settings.
- Turning Stone Enterprises is a dynamic organization with diverse business operations, including Turning Stone Resort Casino, satellite casinos, convenience stores, and golf courses.
- We focus on delivering exceptional experiences for both our guests and staff.
