Licensed Practical Nurse - Infectious Disease

Upstate; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Upstate is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse to support infectious disease care in Syracuse. The role covers screenings, vital signs, medication processing, and lab updates while upholding infection control standards.

Responsibilities include patient education, chart management, and assisting with exams and clinic operations. Monday–Friday daytime, with PPE and OSHA-compliant practices in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

Qualifications

• NYS licensed/registered LPN is required.
• BLS certification through AHA or Red Cross required.
• Experience in outpatient setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Screen patients for infectious disease symptoms and take vitals.
• Document medications, exposure risks, and patient education.
• Enter/update infectious disease labs and manage prescription renewals.
• Maintain exam rooms, PPE, and equipment per infection control standards.
• Support clinic operations, onboarding, and nursing meetings as needed.
• Maintain OSHA safety and infection control compliance.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Infection control

Communication with patients

Education

LPN license NYS

BLS certification

Tools

EPIC

Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse - Infectious Disease

• Syracuse

• Nursing Support

• Full-time

• Opening on: Feb 16 2026

• Medicine
• MedBest
• Licensed Practical Nurse, G5
• 88491
• N/A

Job Summary

Experienced LPN supporting infectious disease care through patient screening, vital signs, medication, exposure review, and assistance with exams. Skilled in documentation, patient communication, prescription processing, and updating ID-related labs. Maintains exam rooms, PPE, and equipment sanitation per infection control and OSHA standards. Provides patient education, manages charts and forms, supports clinic operations, and upholds safety protocols to ensure efficient, high-quality patient care.

CLERICAL PRACTICE

• Screen patients for infectious disease symptoms, take vitals, review histories, and assist with exams while maintaining patient flow.
• Document patient information, medications, exposure risks, and education accurately per policy
• Manage patient calls, prescription renewals, and communication; enter and update infectious disease labs (cultures, serologies, viral loads)
• Provide patient education on infection prevention, treatment adherence, and follow-up care
• Maintain exam rooms, PPE, supplies, and equipment sanitation per infection control standards
• Manage charts, forms, scanning, and documentation required for infectious disease care and insurance processing
• Support clinic operations, assist with staff orientation, and attend nursing meetings as needed
• Follow OSHA, safety, and infection control protocols; identify and report concerns promptly
• Maintain EPIC proficiency and perform additional duties to support safe clinic operations

OFFICE EQUIPMENT USED
Telephone, fax machine, computers and printers, copier, postage machine, and shredder

COMPUTER SYSTEMS USED
EPIC, Outlook Email, Excel, Word

Minimum Qualifications

NYS licensed/registered LPN. Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in an outpatient setting (specialty area) strongly preferred.

Work Days

Monday through Friday daytime hours

Message to Applicants

Our benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, eligibility for employer 401k funding after 1 year (3% quarterly/5% annual on vesting schedule), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, including vacation and personal time, paid sick leave, holidays and floating holidays.

G5: $21.07 - $35.22

Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations.

Recruitment Office

MedBest Medical Management