Licensed Practical Nurse-LPN- Pediatrics

St. Peter's Health Partners; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Peter's Health Partners in Albany, NY is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse for our pediatrics team. This full-time role focuses on delivering quality pediatric nursing care in a provider office setting located at 400 Patroon Creek Blvd, Albany.

You will perform nursing duties under a Registered Professional and follow established policies to ensure safe, compassionate patient care. The position emphasizes vital signs, data collection, medication administration, and teamwork within the

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Practical Nurse in New York
• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program
• High school diploma or GED required
• Must be able to lift 20 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs accurately and consistently
• Collect routine patient data per protocols
• Recognize high-risk situations and report them
• Consult with supervisor on plan of care
• Assist with treatments and procedures per nursing plan
• Administer medications safely and document orders

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Medication administration

Team collaboration

Computer skills

Education

New York LPN license

PN diploma

HS diploma or GED

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Day ShiftDescription:Licensed Practical Nurse-Albany, NY- PediatricsIf you are looking for an LPN position in a provider office, full time, this could be your opportunity. Here at St. Peter's Health Partner's, we care for more people in more places. This position is located at 400 Patroon Creek Blvd, Albany NY.

Position Highlights:

• Quality of Life: Where career opportunities and quality of life converge

• Advancement: Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development

• Work/Life: Monday-Friday Office Hours

What you will do:

The LPN administers nursing care to patients under the direction of a Registered Professional. Assists with treatments and procedures and carries out selected duties within the framework of the established nursing plan of care. Complies with established nursing policies, procedures and standards to provide safe, quality care to patients.

Responsibilities:

• Consistently takes accurate vital signs.

• Accurately collects routine patient data per protocols and/or as directed by the clinical supervisor.

• Consistently recognizes high-risk situations and reports them appropriately.

• Confers with the clinical supervisor routinely concerning the plan of care.

• Makes suggestions as to referrals to other disciplines.

• Fulfills protocols or clinical guidelines in establishing workflow priorities.

• Consistently demonstrates acceptable technical skills in providing care.

• Consistently follows standards of care, established protocols, or clinical guidelines in providing patient care.

• Consistently follows infection control policies in administering care.

• Consistently provides patient care in consideration of age-related requirements.

• Consistently reinforces patient and family teaching.

• Administers medications safely in accordance with relevant unit policies and procedures.

• Demonstrates ability to accurately transcribe physician orders.

• Demonstrates a working knowledge of computer skills relevant to the care area.

• Demonstrates initiative and flexibility with assignments.

• Functions as a team member in carrying out assignments.

What you will need:

• A current license to practice as a Practical Nurse in the State of New York

• Graduate of accredited school of Practical Nursing.

• High School diploma / GED required

• Must be able to lift 20 lbs.

Pay Range: $23.85-$29.95

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.