Licensed Practical Nurse (Per Diem)

Novellis Health is seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our dedicated team in our outpatient medical oncology/hematology private practice. As an LPN, you will play a vital role in providing direct patient care, supporting the medical team, and ensuring a positive experience for our patients undergoing cancer treatment.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct nursing care to patients with oncologic and hematologic diagnoses under physician supervision.
• Assess and monitor patients throughout their therapy, utilizing appropriate technical skills and clinical judgment.
• Prepare and administer injections, oral and IV medications, and document all medications per physician orders.
• Perform basic laboratory procedures, including phlebotomy, specimen collection, and EKGs.
• Maintain and monitor vascular access devices; administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, blood products, and perform therapeutic phlebotomy as needed.
• Assess and manage patient symptoms and treatment side effects, collaborating with the care team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and their families throughout the treatment process.
• Triage patient and family phone calls, documenting all relevant information in the electronic medical record.
• Assess patient and family needs, providing education and support as appropriate.
• Participate in ongoing collaboration and communication with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding patient treatment plans.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited LPN program.
• Current and valid New York State LPN license.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in an outpatient oncology setting preferred.
• Proficient in IV insertion, medication administration, and basic laboratory skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.