RN - Pediatric Endocrinology Office

The Pediatric Endocrinology division of the Bernard & Millie Duker Children’s Hospital at Albany Medical Center seeks an RN to provide ambulatory care for children and adolescents with endocrine disorders and diabetes mellitus. Responsibilities Obtains and accurately records patient’s vital signs; reports abnormal values to treating provider. Obtains and documents a patient’s history (Medical, Surgical, Social) and focused physical assessment, related to the clinic visit and as dictated by clinic procedure. Administers medications and treatments to patients in clinic, under the direction of a physician or APP. Participates in in‑office procedures, as related to clinic specialty, under the direction and supervision of a Physician or APP and documents results in EHR. Performs review and triage of incoming test results, patient requests and pharmacy renewals; facilitates call‑backs to patients as necessary. Facilitates the utilization of resources to meet patient outcomes and contribute to facility, state and national quality data metrics. Delegates tasks deemed appropriate per licensure of LPN and/or MA. Adheres to AMC’s regulatory agency (The Joint Commission) and internal compliance policies. Orientation and education of newly hired staff. Completes continuous/annual education related to clinic specialty to maintain current knowledge and practices. Provides education to patients related to their visit and overall health and wellness. Qualifications NYS current RN licensure to practice professional nursing is required. Associate’s degree from a state‑accredited Registered Nursing program is required; Baccalaureate degree preferred. Minimum of 1–3 years clinical RN experience in pediatrics or critical care/emergency nursing preferred. Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) preferred, not required. Current BLS certification required (obtained upon hire). Excellent customer service and the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from physicians, patients and their families or other employees within the work setting. Ability to administer medications via all routes and calculate medication doses. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Teams platforms. Experience with electronic health records preferred – EPIC. Albany Med Health System is an equal‑opportunity employer. Benefits Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers. Wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing. #J-18808-Ljbffr 100 Albany Med Health System