Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Pediatrics

Trinity Health; Town of Clifton Park (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Clifton Park, NY is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a full-time pediatrics position. The role involves direct nursing care in a busy office, with day shifts Monday through Friday at 1 Tallowood Dr, Clifton Park.

The ideal candidate will have an NY LPN license, graduate from an accredited program, and the ability to lift 20 lbs. Pay ranges from $26.90 to $35.40 per hour, with pay based on experience and location.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Practical Nurse in New York State.
• Graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing.
• High School diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Consistently assesses and monitors patient vitals.
• Documents care and coordinates with clinical team.
• Administers medications and treatments as directed.
• Ensures adherence to nursing policies and safety guidelines.
• Works collaboratively with physicians and other staff to implement care plans.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Teamwork

Communication

Education

New York LPN license

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Tools

EMR system

Computer literacy

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Full Time- Pediatrics - Clifton Park, NY.

If you are looking for an LPN position in a busy 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 1 Tallowood Dr Clifton Park, 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, 8-hour shift, days.

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:

$26.90-$35.40

Pay is based on experience. 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.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran