Licensed Practical Nurse

Planned Parenthood of the North Country New York, Inc.

. Conduct centralized patient follow-up, including reviewing results, providing education, coordinating next steps, and responding to questions .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeSaranac Lake • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $48,750 - $54,600 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct centralized patient follow-up, including reviewing results, providing education, coordinating next steps, and responding to questions
Communicate patient needs and follow-up requirements to providers and clinical leadership
Accurately and promptly document follow-up interactions in medical records
Retrieve, transfer, and manage medical records for follow-up care, referrals, audits, and quality management
Schedule follow-up appointments and coordinate care
Provide patient information by phone or electronic communication while maintaining confidentiality
Facilitate patient refill requests
Assist with ICA, abortion, colposcopy, LEEP, vasectomy, and other procedures on designated clinic days
Support providers during exams and procedures, including preparation, assistance, and documentation
Administer medications, including injections, and complete related documentation
Perform laboratory functions including specimen collection, processing, and transport preparation
Conduct macroscopic post-abortion tissue exams and manage specimen documentation, reporting, and follow-up
Assist with support staff training and education days
Support patient flow and clinic operations during in-clinic days
Maintain infection control, safety, and quality control standards
Collaborate with health center and affiliate staff
Precept newly hired Medical Assistants or LPNs
Attend required staff meetings and trainings
Follow organizational policies regarding professionalism, confidentiality, safety, and patient privacy

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must maintain confidentiality under HIPAA standards
High degree of professionalism; excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills
Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with diverse people groups
Effective telephone and in-person patient service skills
Flexibility to accommodate changing departmental needs
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision and handle varied tasks
Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends
Basic to intermediate computer knowledge and skills
Ability to travel to other centers as needed
Valid Driver’s License
Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State
Current certification in CPR/BLS
Family planning/GYN experience preferred
Ability to lift/carry 10 lbs. or less frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally
Ability to bend/squat/kneel frequently, twist/turn constantly, climb stairs frequently, and type/keyboard constantly