Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

SUNY Upstate Medical University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide individualized patient care under the supervision of an RN. Responsibilities include administering medications, taking vital signs, drawing blood, and performing EKGs while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, patient and family teaching, and adapting workflows to changing conditions.

Qualifications

• Must possess or be eligible to obtain a license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State.
• Current CPR certification.
• One year of post-licensure nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and monitors patient responses.
• Obtains vital signs and records results.
• Draws blood and performs routine nursing procedures.
• Performs EKGs and documents findings.
• Provides hands-on nursing care and ensures patient safety.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in New York State

Job description

Job Summary:

Administers care that is individualized and is consistent with the plan of care and with standards of care/practice (Reports to RN any change in patient condition, administers medications, functions independently, within area of practice); Demonstrates clinical skills for work area (completes unit specific skills/competencies; Demonstrates knowledge of normal growth and development in the delivery of care; Incorporates patient/family/significant other teaching into routine care under the direction of the RN; Adjusts work routine to meet changing unit and patient conditions; Fosters team building spirit (assist new staff members integration into the team; Contributes to plan of care, as well as implementation of plan; Maintains a safe working environment; Fosters a positive public relations with patients, families and staff. Medication administration, obtaining vital signs, drawing blood, obtaining EKG's, hands on nursing care and some heavy lifting required. Current CPR, 1 year post licensure nursing experience preferred.

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must possess or be eligible to obtain a license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State.

Work Days:

Evenings/Nights - Alternating weekends - 2/3 major holidays.

Message to Applicants:

Internal applicants only considered for the first 10 days of posting.

RecruitmentOffice:

Nursing Recruitment Office

Executive Order:

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