Licensed Practical Nurse- LPN- Pediatrics -Albany

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 is seeking a full-time LPN for the Family Health Center Pediatrics in Albany. The role involves providing nursing care under supervision in a busy office, with a day shift and competitive pay.

The position requires an NY LPN license, graduation from an accredited program, and ability to lift 20 lbs. Pay range is $23.85-$29.95 per hour, with pay based on experience.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Take accurate vital signs consistently.
• Collect routine patient data per protocols or supervisor.
• Recognize high-risk situations and report them.
• Consult with clinical supervisor regarding plan of care.
• Make referrals to other disciplines when needed.
• Support workflow through protocols and guidelines.
• Maintain technical nursing skills.
• Follow standards of care and infection control policies.
• Provide patient care considering age-related needs.
• Reinforce patient and family teaching.
• Administer medications safely per unit policies.
• Transcribe physician orders accurately.
• Demonstrate operating knowledge of computer systems relevant to care.
• Show initiative and flexibility in assignments.
• Collaborate as a team member to complete tasks.

Skills

LPN

Patient care

Vital signs

Medication administration

Teamwork

Clinical documentation

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse NY

Graduate of accredited school of Practical Nursing

HS diploma / GED

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Full Time- Family Health Center Pediatrics - Albany

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 326 S Pearl St 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

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. 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.