Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Correctional Health Services

NYC Health + Hospitals/Correctional Health Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in New York is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their Correctional Health Services team. The role involves collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to deliver patient care, education, and support. Responsibilities include basic bedside care, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with personal hygiene. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in New York.
• Demonstrated clinical competence and skills in problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic bedside care and maintains a safe environment.
• Measures and records patients’ vital signs.
• Assists with bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Interpersonal Relationships

Education

Graduate of an accredited LPN program

Licensed Practical Nurse registered in New York State

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Correctional Health Services

New York, NY

Details

Hiring Company

NYC Health + Hospitals/Correctional Health Services

Nurses work in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to provide patients with care, education, and support. LPNs participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care, based on the objectives, standards, and policies of practical nursing. LPNs work under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or Physician.

Responsibilities include:

Detailed Tasks

• Provides basic bedside care
• Maintains a comfortable, orderly, safe, and clean environment for patients
• Measures & records patients’ vital signs (such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration)
• Assists with bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene of the patient
• Prepares and gives injections and enemas
• Records food/fluid input/output
• Dresses wounds
• Assists with bed positioning, standing and walking of patients,
• Collects samples of blood and/or urine for testing
• Performs routine laboratory tests as directed by the supervisor
• Prepares and administers (orally, subcutaneously, through an IV) and records prescribed medications.
• Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with the policy regarding the administration of medications by an LPN.
• Assists in relevant health teaching for patient
• Records all care information concisely, accurately, and completely, in a timely manner in the appropriate format, and on the appropriate forms/templates
• Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on the assignment setting
• Direct care provided by nursing aides
• Floats among various clinical services, where qualified
• Upholds HIPAA regulations
• Punctual and dependent on assigned/confirmed shifts

EMERGENCY RESPONSE

• Responding to/addressing medical emergencies, such as falls, heart attacks, strokes, and burns as well as recovering post-operative patients.
• Provide clinically appropriate care as directed by the Registered Nurse and/or Physician.
• When clinically indicated, provide care, such as CPR, AED, prevent shock, control severe bleeding, prevent spinal damage, etc.
• Monitor patients' condition and keep it stable while en route to the clinic.
• Aid in the preparation of the transfer of patients by Urgicare and/or EMS to the emergency units or hospitals.
• Document the medical treatment that is given to the patient.
• Keep the equipment clean after use; check and replace damaged and used supplies.
• Collaborate with the pharmacy to replenish supplies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to lift fifty (50) pounds.
• Moving, lifting, or transferring patients may involve lifting up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.

Department Preferences:

• Graduate of an accredited LPN program.
• Licensed Practical Nurse currently registered to practice in New York State.
• Demonstrated clinical competence and skills in problem-solving, communication, priority-setting, and interpersonal relationships) with experience in clinical nursing practice as a medical/surgical nurse, preferably in an acute care setting preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development through attendance at continuing education in-service sessions and participation in professional/organizational committees/councils
• Basic Life Support Certification is required; ACLS is encouraged.

Qualification Requirements:

Currently licensed or otherwise duly authorized to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New York.