Traveling Mohs Licensed Practical Nurse
| Company | Schweiger Dermatology Group |
|---|---|
| Location | Rochester, NY, USA, Cheektowaga, NY, USA, Bradford, PA, USA |
| Salary | $26 – $28 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Certificate |
| Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
Requirements
- Practical Nursing Certificate
- Healthcare experience required
- Experience using EMR software and patient scheduling systems
- Must be computer savvy and familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Excellent patient relation and customer services skills
- Open availability to work during weekdays and weekends
- Working knowledge of HIPAA & OSHA compliance
Responsibilities
- Promote a professional and welcoming atmosphere to enhance quality of service and care offered to patients and for respective provider(s)
- Assist the physician in Mohs surgery, medical, cosmetic, allergy, and/or laser procedures. Preps surgical/exam rooms for all procedures and properly cleans exam rooms after every visit.
- Assist provider in recording prescribed treatments, medications, biopsies, cultures, photos, prescriptions, prior authorization and procedures within established guidelines
- Understand provider to patient flow and anticipate provider’s next steps to the best of their ability
- Prep rooms before and after patients, including checking all equipment at the beginning of each shift to ensure all is in proper working order
- Provide pre-care and post-care treatment instructions as needed
- Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with the policy regarding the administration of medications by a licensed registered nurse.
- Responds to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocol.
- Assists with suturing patients after the surgery, including but not limited to helping to control bleeding and providing wound exposure. Daily scan all retail and cosmetic products and medical supplies and alert Head MA and/or GM of any low level supplies
- Perform inventory responsibilities and stocking of supplies and equipment as requested
- Attend all in-house training and continued education opportunities
Preferred Qualifications
- Dermatology experience preferred
- Surgical experience preferred