LPN-Commercialization

The Diagnostic Specialist-MSSM is a professional individual who supports quality patient care, performs routine examinations, assists physicians and registered nurses with daily clinical activity and performs standard diagnostic procedures.

• Plans and manages patient care according to each patients needs.

• Interviews patients and records their medical history and physical condition.

• Obtains patient vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration.

• Provides routine care for patients.

• Reviews medical charts.

• Accompanies patients to their rooms.

• Assists physicians and registered nurses.

• Communicates with patients and their families.

• Performs standard diagnostic procedures including EKG, phlebotomy, venipuncture, spirometry, etc.

• Prepares specimens for lab courier.

• Administers medications.

• Provides wound care.

• Prepares and administers injections

• Verifies that patient charts are updated promptly and accurately

• Observes and records patients conditions and reactions to medications and treatment.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Completion of a New York State-approved training program in licensed practical nursing.

• BLS certification

• 1-2 years recent nursing experience

• Active New York State LPN licensure.