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Medical Practice LPN- Primary Care department - Danbury, CT

Nuvance Health, Danbury, Connecticut, us, 06813

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Position:

LPN - Primary Care Location:

Danbury, CT Schedule:

40 hours/week, 8-hour shifts between 7:00am-6:00pm, variable shifts Compensation:

$25.70 - $47.72 hourly $4,000 Sign-On Bonus for full-time externals (pro-rated for part-time) Job Summary

Assist physicians or physician assistants in providing primary medical care to patients in the office practice. Responsibilities

Prepare materials, supplies, equipment, and patients for medical exams. Obtain patient history and vital signs, including temperature, height, weight, vision, and chief complaint. Provide direct patient care such as ear irrigation, vaccinations, medications, wound care, and suture removal. Collect, prepare, and analyze patient specimens as directed. Instruct patients and families on preventive care, medication use, test preparation, and symptom monitoring. Follow up with patients via telephone regarding test results or physician instructions. Participate in quality improvement and complete all meaningful use and compliance requirements. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of start date. Basic medical knowledge and terminology. Computer skills and data entry proficiency. Skilled in obtaining accurate vital signs. Experience with vaccine administration and medication preparation. Preferred Skills

Minimum of one year of experience. Proficiency in multiple languages. Phlebotomy and EKG skills. Education

High school diploma or equivalent. Graduate of an accredited LPN program. Working Conditions

Manual dexterity, moderate physical effort, generally pleasant working environment, potential exertion up to 35 lbs. Additional Details

Credentials required: BLS, LPN Department: DB PC Danbury Exempt status: No

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