Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

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

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the United States seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to administer individualized care and report to RNs. Candidates must possess or be eligible for NY state licensure. Responsibilities include medication administration and obtaining vital signs, with a preference for a year of nursing experience. The role requires flexibility in work hours, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess or be eligible to obtain a license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• 1 year post licensure nursing experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Administers individualized patient care consistent with the care plan.
• Reports any changes in patient condition to the RN.
• Fosters team spirit and adjusts work routines to meet changing conditions.

Skills

Medication administration

Obtaining vital signs

Drawing blood

Hands-on nursing care

Team building

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse eligibility in New York State

Job description

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 and 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 and contributes to plan of care, as well as implementation of plan. Maintains a safe working environment and 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.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Equal Employment Opportunity

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation.