Allergy Nurse (RN/LPN) - Part Time

Company: PEAR Core Solutions, Inc.
Location: Bronx
Posted on: February 21, 2021

Job Description:

Our client, ENT Associates of NY (ENT), is seeking an Allergy Nurse (RN/LPN) - Part Time at their Bronx (Co-Op City) location.This person will be responsible for assisting physicians with patient care by controlling allergy shot patient flow, obtaining and documenting necessary history and vital signs, performing assigned procedures, and providing patient education. They will ensure that the entire Allergy testing, and Immunotherapy process is safe, well maintained, well stocked, and provides highly professional and appropriate nursing care.If you are looking for a fast paced, dynamic work environment, then this position is for you!What are the Essential Functions of the job?Patient Care* Provides general care to patients. Administers prescribed testing, medications and treatments, including such things as:* patient assessments* vital signs* allergy skin testing* spirometry testing* injections* triage (both in office and by phone)* medication administration and prescription maintenance* Observes, records and reports patients' reactions to treatments. * Assesses patient needs and suggests solutions to patient care problems. * Monitors patient during observation period after injection(s). * Reacts appropriately in-patient reaction situations; informs physician and/or other clinical staff as necessary to mitigate adverse reactions. Exam Room Setup* Maintains immunotherapy room with necessary supplies and materials. Ensures cleanliness. * Reports improperly operating medical equipment and instruments to supervisor. Recordkeeping and General Administration* Maintains accurate and complete patient records. * Maintains patient, employee and clinic confidentiality.* Conducts paper filing and pulling of paper charts* Conducts patient confirmation calls in advance of scheduled appointment date, and calls "no-show" patients to ensure they are OK and to re-schedule appointment* Conducts authorization and pre-certification processes, including calls for prior authorizations for medications, and appeals.Vial Mixing* Performs immunotherapy vial mixing, following established procedures. * Maintains accurate and complete immunotherapy vial mixing records. General* Regularly interacts with physicians and other departments in order to identify and resolve problems. * Maintains knowledge of trends and developments in the field by reading appropriate articles, journals and related material; and by attending seminars and conferences, as needed.What are the requirements?* Required Licensure: Active RN/LPN license in New York State* Required Experience: Experience in Allergy/Asthma preferred but not requiredAny other qualifications that ENT is looking for?* Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and must have experience using at least one Electronic Medical Records (EMR) software application.Benefit Offerings:* Medical* Dental/Vision* 401k Plan,* Personal Insurance Coverage: Life, Short-term and Long-term disability* Paid Holidays* Paid Time OffWho is ENT?We are more than your everyday practice. With over 50 years in caring for patients throughout the New York Metro area and Long Island, we are a team deeply rooted in our community who strive to be the "local healthcare professionals you can trust". While we may have been around for a while---our spirit is based in the desire to progress and advance our practice in ways that benefit the patient and team member. As a multi-specialty practice, we offer an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse team of clinical professionals who specialize in ENT, Allergy and Immunology, Audiology and Speech Pathology. So, if you are someone who loves to bring new and fresh ideas to the table, collaborate with professionals from over 15 offices, and be part of a team that functions as #ONEENT---. then we are the group for you!Want a little more insight to who we are? Get to know us better and check us out on our website and social media pages. Just remember---come back to this post to apply!Facebook - LinkedIn - InstagramNot the job for you? Know someone that might be a good fit? Please send them the link to this job!Powered by JazzHRD3UHXNBy3h

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