Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Upstate Medical University; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide individualized patient care consistent with care standards. Responsibilities include medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and direct nursing care. Candidates must be eligible for licensure in New York State, preferably with a year of post-licensure experience. Additional requirements include evening and weekend availability.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Administers medication and provides hands-on nursing care.
• Adjusts work routine to meet changing patient conditions.
• Reports changes in patient condition to RN.

Job description

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Job Summary: Administers care that is individualized and is consistent with the plan of care and with standards of care/practice. This includes reporting to RN any change in patient condition, administering medications, functioning independently within area of practice, and demonstrating clinical skills for work area. The role also involves incorporating patient/family/significant other teaching into routine care under the direction of the RN, adjusting work routine to meet changing unit and patient conditions, and fostering team building spirit.

Responsibilities include medication administration, obtaining vital signs, drawing blood, obtaining EKG's, hands-on nursing care, and some heavy lifting. Current CPR and 1 year post-licensure nursing experience are preferred.

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

Preferred Qualifications: Work Days - Evenings/Nights, Alternating weekends, 2/3 major holidays.

Message To Applicants: Internal applicants only considered for the first 10 days of posting.

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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: Upstate Medical University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.