What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - HIV Medicine Practice position at Albany Medical Center?
The Registered Nurse (RN) in the HIV Medicine Clinic at Albany Medical College provides essential healthcare services focused on the treatment and management of HIV patients. This dynamic role requires effective communication, adherence to compliance standards, and a commitment to ongoing education and patient wellness.
Responsibilities:
- Obtains and accurately records patient's vital signs; reports abnormal values to treating provider
- Documents components of patient's history (Medical, Surgical and Social) in EHR
- Obtains and documents a patient's focused physical assessment, related to the clinic visit and as dictated by clinic procedure
- Administers medications and treatments to patients in clinic, under the direction of a physician or APP
- Assesses and documents response to medication and treatments rendered to patient, if applicable
- Communicates in an open and appropriate manner with patients, visitors and staff
- Participates in in-office procedures under the direction and supervision of a Physician or APP
- Performs diagnostic POCT and CLIA waived testing per MD/APP order and documents results in EHR
- Performs venipuncture per order of MD/APP
- Reviews and triages 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
- Assists with in-office procedures, as related to Clinic Specialty
- Adheres to AMC's regulatory agency (The Joint Commission) and internal compliance policies
- Orients and educates 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
- Maintains inventory of supplies, and keeps patient examination rooms stocked
This is a full-time position working day shifts in the HIV Medicine Clinic at Albany Medical Center. We are seeking a compassionate and caring RN to join our team of dedicated healthcare providers who offer comprehensive HIV services, including primary medical care, medical case management, medication adherence, peer services, substance abuse counseling, mental health counseling, psychiatric services, nutrition services, gynecological services, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C management/treatment, referral to clinical trials, pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), post exposure prophylaxis (PEP), and HIV counseling and testing.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in nursing, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively within a team of multi-specialty professionals. The RN will report to the practice physician and/or advanced practice provider (APP) and work under the supervision of the Nurse Manager (RN) and/or Nurse Supervisor (RN).
We are an equal opportunity employer and this role may require access to sensitive information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Access to information is based on a
