LPN - Endocrinology Office

Department/Unit:HBD - Medicine EndocrinologyWork Shift:Day (United States of America)Salary range: $24.50/hr. - $28.76/hr. LPN – Full TimeEndocrinology Office – Albany, NY Work schedule: Monday – Friday Our Endocrine clinic in Albany is seeking a motivated and energetic LPN to join our dedicated team of healthcare providers. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to learn about the many different areas in Endocrinology.The ideal candidate would have at least 2 years of experience as an LPN in a specialist or primary care office. The individual in this role would be a self-starter who can work independently once trained. Under the direction of the attending physicians or practice coordinator, the LPN will provide direct patient care and assist in the following clinical functions to all providers.The Division of Endocrinology is located at Albany Medical Center’s South Clinical Campus. Our division has 18 providers, certified diabetes educators, endocrinology fellows and other trainees who rotate through the outpatient offices. Diseases such as Diabetes, Thyroid Disorders, Osteoporosis, and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome are treated in our clinic. Our division also has specialty clinics such as Lipids, Transgender and Clinical Nutrition. 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 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 Preps patient’s chart for pertinent clinical information Maintains inventory of supplies, and keeps patient examination rooms stocked Adheres to AMC’s regulatory compliance issuesMinimum Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent Current NYS license as a Licensed Practical Nurse Knowledge of Allscripts Touchworks is 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. Current CPR CertificationThank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!​Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, 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 Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.