LPN

LPN – Full Time Endocrinology OfficeWork schedule: Monday – Friday Albany, NYOur Endocrinology Division is seeking a dynamic LPN to join our energetic, fast-paced work environment. We strive to work together as a team to deliver exceptional patient care! Under the direction of the provider or Nurse Supervisor, the LPN will provide direct patient care and assist in the following clinical functions.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:Obtains and accurately records patient's vital signsDocuments components of patient's historyCommunicates in an open and appropriate manner with patients, visitors and staffParticipates in in-office procedures under the direction and supervision of a licensed healthcare providerPerforms EKG's and diagnostic CLIA waived testingPrescription call-backs per scope of practicePreps patient's chart for pertinent clinical informationMaintains inventory of supplies, and keeps patient examination rooms stockedProvides sample medication to patients under the direction and supervision of a licensed healthcare providerAdheres to AMC's regulatory compliance issuesOther responsibilities as assigned by managementMinimum Requirements:High School diploma or equivalent is requiredCurrent NYS license as a Licensed Practical NursePrevious experience in a patient care setting preferredExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to effectively present information and respond to questions from physicians, patients and their family members or other employees within the work settingThank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System! Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.