Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Float

October 30, 2024

Job Description

New York Cancer & Blood Specialists

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Float
Suffolk County, NY
(Southampton, Riverhead, Port Jeff, Ronkonkoma, Patchogue, Bayshore, Babylon, Smithtown and Huntington)

At New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), we foster an environment where passionate professionals thrive. Our 200+ oncologists, hematologists, and staff across 25 locations are united by a mission: redefining what’s possible against cancer and blood disorders. With cutting-edge treatments, groundbreaking research, and a patient-first philosophy, we’re innovators reshaping modern medicine. Join our rapidly growing organization serving over 50,000 patients annually and unlock new frontiers in healing and hope. 



In this role you will:

  • Follow all New York Cancer and Blood Specialists policies and procedures
  • Update and maintain all electronic patient records and assist in transitioning hard copy records to digital format
  • Manage Physician inbox and prioritize tasks assigned via ONCO EMR
  • Work in the front office taking care of tasks such as answering phone calls and greeting patients as they enter the facility
  • Assist in maintaining the medical inventory and placing orders for new materials as needed
  • Record patient information such as vital signs, weight, and changes in medical history before each appointment
  • Clean and prepare examination rooms prior to patient appointments
  • Escort patients to exam rooms, interviews patients, measure vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and document all information in patient’s chart
  • Record patient interview, history, and chief complaint
  • Provide patient education concerning medications, management of diseases, home treatments, and special diets
  • Prepare patients for examinations and perform routine screening tests
  • Assist physician with exams 
  • Prepare and administer Injections
  • Phlebotomy and collection of other lab specimens
  • Perform basic lab tests
  • Perform EKGs
  • Administer and document medication under a physician’s order and follows the five (5) medication rights and reduce the potential for medical error


We require: 

  • Current NYS LPN license required.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
  • Previous experience in a lead role or demonstrated potential to act in a lead capacity.
  • Consistent professional conduct and meticulous attention to detail.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills with patients, staff, and other health care professionals.
  • Outpatient experience preferred
  • Proficiency in ONCOemr
  • Travel to any of the NYCBS locations

Hours: Monday-Friday
Salary up to $40 per hour

Benefits include 100% Tuition Reimbursement for any accredited nursing degree including PA, Health Insurance on day 1 of employment, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long term disability, 401k Plan, generous PTO time, 8 paid holidays (2 floating) and more.

Visit our website at: nycancer.com and follow us on Facebook. New York Cancer and Blood Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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