LPN - ENT Surgery Office

Department/Unit:Otolaryngology (ENT)Work Shift:Day (United States of America)Salary range: $24.50/hr. - $28.76/hr. Licensed Practical NurseENT Surgery OfficeWork schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pmAlbany, NYWe have an exciting opportunity for a full time LPN to join our ENT practice team of healthcare providers! This is a fast-paced clinic that strives to provide exceptional care for our patients.Under the direction of the Provider, RN, or Nurse supervisor, the LPN will have the opportunity to perform direct patient care including obtaining and recording vital signs, current health information, and assisting with in office procedures, as well as, answering various tasks. Available to float to other ENT location if necessary.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Obtains 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

Qualifications:

High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required

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.

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure Upon Hire - required

Physical Demands

Standing - Constantly

Walking - Constantly

Sitting - Rarely

Lifting - Frequently

Carrying - Frequently

Pushing - Occasionally

Pulling - Occasionally

Climbing - Occasionally

Balancing - Occasionally

Stooping - Frequently

Kneeling - Frequently

Crouching - Frequently

Crawling - Occasionally

Reaching - Frequently

Handling - Frequently

Grasping - Frequently

Feeling - Constantly

Talking - Constantly

Hearing - Constantly

Repetitive Motions - Constantly

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly

Working Conditions

Extreme cold - Rarely

Extreme heat - Rarely

Humidity - Rarely

Wet - Rarely

Noise - Constantly

Hazards - Frequently

Temperature Change - Rarely

Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely

Vibration - Rarely

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!Albany Medical Center 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 Medical Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.Thank 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.