Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Full-Time | Onsite
Department: UBMD Obstetrics & Gynecology
Pay: Starting at $23
Locations: Downtown Buffalo & Williamsville
Position Summary
UBMD Obstetrics & Gynecology is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our gynecology team. This position supports physicians and advanced practice providers in delivering compassionate, efficient care to patients across the lifespan.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Triage & Patient Communication
- Assess patient symptoms and concerns, determine urgency, and recommend appropriate levels of care in accordance with clinical judgment, evidence-based guidelines, and UBMD/NYS protocols
- Serve as a clinical liaison between patients and providers to ensure continuity of care
- Provide nursing advice, education, and counseling to patients and families regarding care plans and next steps
Care Coordination & Medication Management
- Facilitate medication refills and prior authorizations per provider direction
- Assist with referrals and coordination of multidisciplinary care
- Complete insurance prior authorization requests as required
Documentation, Quality & Safety
- Accurately document all patient communications, assessments, and interventions in the electronic health record (EHR)
- Adhere to UBMD and New York State standards of care, promoting patient safety and quality outcomes
Additional Clinical Support
- Assist providers with procedures as needed
- Perform venipuncture, blood collection, and specimen preparation for laboratory testing
- Support clinical operations by performing LPN or medical assistant duties when necessary
- Participate in additional clinical or administrative tasks as assigned
Qualifications
Education: Graduate of an accredited Registered Nurse (RN) program
Experience/Qualifications:
- Holds a current NYS RN license
- Minimum of 3 years of nursing experience, preferably in an outpatient or OB/GYN setting
- 1 to 3 years of triage experience in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Strong proficiency with computer and phone systems; ability to manage high call volumes
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
Why You’ll Love Working Here
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
5 weeks of paid time if 75 hours biweekly per year is worked
UBMD Obstetrics & Gynecology is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.