Licensed Practical Nurse

Samaritan Daytop Village, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,971 - 53,809; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Daytop Village, Inc. is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician. An ideal candidate should possess NYS LPN licensure and BLS certification, with at least a year of experience working with clients affected by Substance Use Disorder (SUD) or Serious Mental Illness (SMI). Responsibilities include checking vital signs, administering injections, and ensuring proper documentation. This role requires excellent communication and organizational skills, providing an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patient care.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with valid NYS LPN licensure.
• BLS certification required.
• Minimum one year experience as an LPN with SUD/SMI clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care, check vitals, administer injections.
• Maintain detailed documentation of patient care provided.
• Notify RN or Physician of significant findings.

Skills

Computer literacy

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

NYS LPN licensure

High School or GED

Graduation from formal Technical or Vocational LPN Program

BLS certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Nurse

$37-$39.06 per hour

A nationally recognized comprehensive Health and Human Services Agency, with over 60 programs across New York City and greater New York Area.

Samaritan Daytop Village serves over 33,000 New Yorkers annually within your neighborhoods and communities, so our success depends on those we employ.

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Overview

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Healthcare staff can work anywhere.

The Role

Under general direction of the RN and/or Physician, the Licensed Practical Nurse will support providers in the provision of care including recording vital signs, discussing chief health concerns, performing testing, assisting with procedures and documentation. The incumbent will assess, plan, evaluate, and deliver nursing care in collaboration with RN and/or Physician.

Responsibilities

What You Will Do

• Assist with patient care including checking vital signs, blood pressure, pulse rate, breathing, temperature, weight, discussing chief health concerns, administering injections and performing tests.
• Takes patient’s medical history, all pretreatment formalities and enters data in computer system.
• Follows orders of physician and registered nurse in providing care.
• Records in patients’ record a detailed report of care given.
• Handles proper charting, documentation and maintenance of patients’ medical records.
• Checks, cleans and dresses wounds.
• Reinforces instructions given to patient by RN or Physician.
• Notifies RN or Physician of significant findings or changes in patient’s physical or mental condition.
• Places phone calls to pharmacies to order prescriptions.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient records.
• Pulls and prepares patient charts.
• Maintains neatness of work area.
• Stocks patient rooms with supplies.
• Provides emotional support as needed.
• Initiates emergency assistance as per policies and procedures.
• Attends staff development trainings and nursing conferences.
• Keeps skills current and increases knowledge and productivity.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Qualifications

Who You Will Be

• NYS LPN licensure.
• BLS certification.
• High School or GED.
• Graduate of a formal Technical or Vocational LPN Program.
• At least one year experience as an LPN working with clients with Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and/or Serious Mental Illness (SMI).
• Available to work a flexible schedule as needed in response to participant and staff needs.
• Computer literacy including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHR.
• Ability to put patients at ease and explain physician’s instructions.
• Ability to multi-task with excellent organization skills.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Team player and ability to work independently.