Nursing Jobs in Thornton, PA
$83,200 - $128,960 / year
Department/Unit: HBD - Rheumatology Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $83,200.00 - $128,960.00 RN - Full Time Rheumatology Office Latham, NY We provide a variety of therapies for patients. Services provided include acute and chronic infusion procedures. Unique opportunity to provide hands on care administering infusions combined with patient care management. Work with highly engaged and skilled staff in a fast-paced Infusion environment. Under the direction of the practice physician and/or advanced practice provider (APP) and the supervision of the Nurse Supervisor (RN), the RN may provide direct patient care performing infusion therapy, patient triage (in-person and telephonic), prior-authorization, assessment, planning, directing and evaluating of a patient’s specific care plan and clinic visit. Able to work effectively within a team of multi-specialty professionals. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include: • Obtains and accurately record patient’s vital signs; reports abnormal values to treating provider • Obtains and documents a patient’s history (Medical, Surgical and Social) and focused physical assessment, related to the clinic visit and as dictated by clinic procedure •Administers medications and treatments to patients in clinic via infusion or other routes, under the direction of a physician or APP. • Participates in in-office procedure, as related to clinic specialty, under the direction and supervision of a Physician or APP and documents results in EHR • Performs review and triage of incoming test results, patient requests and pharmacy renewals; facilitates call-backs to patients as necessary • Facilitates the utilization of resources to meet patient outcomes and contribute to Facility (AMC), New York State and National Quality data metrics • Delegates tasks deemed appropriate per licensure of LPN and/or MA • Adheres to AMC’s regulatory agency and internal compliance policies • Orientation and education of newly hired staff • Completes continuous/annual education related to Clinic specialty to maintain knowledge base on current practices • Provides education to patients related to their visit and overall health and wellness Minimum Qualifications: • Associate’s degree of a state accredited Registered Nursing program is required • NYS current RN licensure to practice professional nursing is required • Current CPR certification required • Certification in specialty, Infusion Therapy setting preferred • Excellent customer service and 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. Familiar with computer software. • Effective Written and Verbal Communication Skills • Working Knowledge of MS Word and Excel • Experience with electronic health record preferred • Ability to give medications via all routes and ability to calculate medication doses 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. $83,200 - $128,960 / year
Department/Unit: HBD - Rheumatology Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $83,200.00 - $128,960.00 RN - Full Time Rheumatology Office Latham, NY We provide a variety of therapies for patients. Services provided include acute and chronic infusion procedures. Unique opportunity to provide hands on care administering infusions combined with patient care management. Work with highly engaged and skilled staff in a fast-paced Infusion environment. Under the direction of the practice physician and/or advanced practice provider (APP) and the supervision of the Nurse Supervisor (RN), the RN may provide direct patient care performing infusion therapy, patient triage (in-person and telephonic), prior-authorization, assessment, planning, directing and evaluating of a patient’s specific care plan and clinic visit. Able to work effectively within a team of multi-specialty professionals. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include: • Obtains and accurately record patient’s vital signs; reports abnormal values to treating provider • Obtains and documents a patient’s history (Medical, Surgical and Social) and focused physical assessment, related to the clinic visit and as dictated by clinic procedure •Administers medications and treatments to patients in clinic via infusion or other routes, under the direction of a physician or APP. • Participates in in-office procedure, as related to clinic specialty, under the direction and supervision of a Physician or APP and documents results in EHR • Performs review and triage of incoming test results, patient requests and pharmacy renewals; facilitates call-backs to patients as necessary • Facilitates the utilization of resources to meet patient outcomes and contribute to Facility (AMC), New York State and National Quality data metrics • Delegates tasks deemed appropriate per licensure of LPN and/or MA • Adheres to AMC’s regulatory agency and internal compliance policies • Orientation and education of newly hired staff • Completes continuous/annual education related to Clinic specialty to maintain knowledge base on current practices • Provides education to patients related to their visit and overall health and wellness Minimum Qualifications: • Associate’s degree of a state accredited Registered Nursing program is required • NYS current RN licensure to practice professional nursing is required • Current CPR certification required • Certification in specialty, Infusion Therapy setting preferred • Excellent customer service and 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. Familiar with computer software. • Effective Written and Verbal Communication Skills • Working Knowledge of MS Word and Excel • Experience with electronic health record preferred • Ability to give medications via all routes and ability to calculate medication doses 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. $51,755.37 - $77,633.06 / year
Department/Unit: HBD - Rheumatology Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $51,755.37 - $77,633.06 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 Essential Duties and 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 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. Obtain prior-auths, ensure auths are completed prior to treatment 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. $51,755.37 - $77,633.06 / year
Department/Unit: HBD - Rheumatology Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $51,755.37 - $77,633.06 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 Essential Duties and 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 Obtain prior auth and ensure auth is obtained prior to infusion therapy 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. Assesses, implements, and evaluates care needed by assigned patients under the direction of the licensed physician. The RN is knowledgeable about principles, theories, current methods and techniques of nursing practice. Using the nursing process, the RN collaborates with the patient, patient's family member(s)/significant others, professional peers and other members of the health care team to individualize patient care. Directs nursing support staff in the provision of patient care according to the standards of nursing practice, administrative and departmental policies and procedures. Professional education, training or additional certifications may be required by specialty area. Education Bachelor's Degree Preferred Other Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Required Experience 1 year experience in area of clinical specialty Preferred Licenses PA Registered Nurse License Required Basic Life Support Required 
