LPN

Premier Medical Group of the Hudson Valley; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Medical Group of the Hudson Valley seeks a Full-Time LPN Float for its Poughkeepsie location. The role involves assisting physicians, administering medications, and performing clinical tests while ensuring patient safety. Candidates must have a current NYS LPN license, experience in a physician's office, and relevant certifications.

Flexible hours include four 10-hour shifts, and travel may be required. Join us in delivering exceptional, patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Current NYS LPN license required.
• Experience as an LPN in a physician's office, preferably in Internal Medicine.
• Current Infection Control Certificate is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with patient office visits.
• Administer medication/vaccines per physician orders.
• Perform clinical tests like glucose finger sticks.
• Handle administrative tasks such as prescription refills.
• Compile lab/imaging results and report to patients.

Skills

Assessment and evaluation of nursing care

Understanding of clinical risk

Familiarity with EMR systems

Flexibility to work weekends

Education

Current NYS LPN license

Current Infection Control Certificate

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Position: LPN Float

Location: 50 Eastdale Avenue Poughkeepsie, NY, 12603

Division: Urology

Classification: Full Time Non-Exempt Hourly

Reports to: Practice Director

Hours/Travel: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–5:30 PM. Four 10-hour shifts per week, with one weekday off (varies weekly) Travel to Kingston is required.

About Premier Medical Group:

Premier Medical Group of the Hudson Valley is a leading multi-specialty medical practice dedicated to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care across multiple locations in New York. With over 550 employees and a strong provider network, we are committed to clinical excellence, operational efficiency, and outstanding patient experience. We strive to recruit and retain top-tier clinical and non-clinical talent that reflects our values, supports our mission, and drives our continued growth.

Duties And Responsibilities:

• Assists physicians with patient office visits, including rooming patients, recording vital signs, reconciling medication lists according to provider protocols, and enters accurate past and current medical history into patient’s electronic medical record.
• Administration of medication/vaccines in accordance with physician orders and The Five Rights of Medication Administration.
• Performs select clinical tests; such as glucose finger sticks and A1C testing
• Performs administrative task including but not limited to; completion of forms, prescription refills according to physician protocols, sending referrals, communication with patients, obtaining prior authorizations, chart verification prior to patient appointments and obtaining any pertinent medical information/documentation from outside providers or previous physicians.
• Compiles and assists provider with the follow up of lab/imaging results and reports to patients as directed in a timely manner.
• Responsible for organization, cleaning and re-stocking of exam rooms.
• Demonstrates appropriate use and disposal of hazardous waste.
• Fields patient phone calls, electronic messages and triages, prioritizes messages and responds accordingly.
• Assists with requests/obtains patient medical records.
• Demonstrates proper infection control procedures and follows universal precautions.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the possibility of medical errors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

• Current NYS LPN license required.
• Experience as an LPN in a physician’s office, preferably in Internal Medicine.
• Current Infection Control Certificate is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care according to individual needs.
• Must demonstrate an understanding of clinical risk.
• Familiarity with EMR systems preferred.
• Flexibility to work one Saturday per month
• Travel to any of the Premier Medical Group locations may be necessary upon request.

Premier Medical Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer