LPN: Pulmonary/Renal

Licensed Practical Nurse - Pulmonary/Renal

Albany Medical Center

Austerlitz, NY 12017

Posted 9 months ago

  • Job Type(s)

    Full Time
  • Industry

    Healthcare
  • Job Description

    LPN: Pulmonary/Renal

    Department/Unit:

    Medical/Surgica Pulmonary Renal Hospitalist - E5

    Work Shift:

    Night (United States of America)

    Job Description Summary
    Under the direction of the attending physician, RN, Lead LPN or practice coordinator, the LPN will provide direct patient care and assist in the following clinical functions to all providers

    Job Description

    • Obtain and accurately record patients vital signs
    • Documents components of patients 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 patients chart for pertinent clinical information
    • Maintains inventory of supplies, and keeps patient examination rooms stocked
    • Adheres to AMCs regulatory compliance issues

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