LPN - Pediatric Specialties Albany

Albany Medical Center • Kingston, NY

1d • $54,690 - $82,035 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Pediatric Specialties department within Bernard & Millie Duker Children's Hospital is seeking a dynamic LPN to join their energetic, fast-paced work environment. This role offers an opportunity to learn and grow with Albany Medical Center and may involve supporting providers and providing care at an off-site satellite clinic in Kingston. The LPN will provide direct patient care and assist in various clinical functions under the direction of a physician, RN, Lead LPN, or practice coordinator.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required
• LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure Upon Hire - required

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a patient care setting - preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from physicians, patients and their family members or other employees within the work setting.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and accurately record patient’s vital signs
• Documents components of patient’s history
• Communicates in an open and appropriate manner with patients, visitors and staff
• Participates in in-office procedures under the direction and supervision of a licensed healthcare provider
• Performs diagnostic CLIA waived testing
• Performs venipuncture to obtain blood for lab testing
• Prescription call-backs per scope of practice
• Preps patient’s chart for pertinent clinical information
• Maintains inventory of supplies, and keeps patient examination rooms stocked
• Adheres to AMC’s regulatory compliance issues

Benefits

• Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers
• A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED