Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Upper East Side

EmblemHealth; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,950 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

EmblemHealth is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide professional nursing care to patients across New York. The role involves obtaining health histories, monitoring medical supplies, and promoting wellness through patient education.

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED, a completed NYS approved Practical Nursing program, and a current New York State Licensed Practical Nurse License. This position offers a competitive hourly wage with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of NYS approved Practical Nursing program is essential.
• Must hold a Current New York State Licensed Practical Nurse License.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional nursing care to patients.
• Monitors inventory of medical supplies.
• Promotes wellness by providing patient education.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Infection control procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of NYS approved Practical Nursing program

Current New York State Licensed Practical Nurse License

Job description

AdvantageCare Physicians (ACPNY) is a primary and specialty care practice serving half a million patients across the New York metropolitan area. With more than 30 medical offices across New York City’s five boroughs and Long Island, ACPNY is continually expanding our practice and enhancing our services for communities throughout New York. As we grow, our employees grow with us.

Summary of Position

• The Licensed Practical Nurse position is responsible for providing professional nursing care to patients.

Principal Accountabilities

Administrative

• Obtains, verifies and records health history of patients.
• Prepares equipment to efficiently draw blood.
• Monitors inventory of medical supplies and orders when necessary.
• Reports malfunctioning machinery to Administration.

Communication

• Promotes wellness by providing patient education materials and communicating physician advice and/or instructions.

Clinical

• Provides physician support by checking height.
• Provides basic patient care by administering medications.
• Assists other healthcare professionals in performing exams.
• Follows established procedures for infection control.

Patient Services

• Organizes patient flow and accompanies patient to exam room.
• Sets up and cleans exam room before, between and after patient visits.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Education, Training, Licenses, Certifications
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Completion of NYS approved Practical Nursing program.
  • Current New York State Licensed Practical Nurse License
• Relevant Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Minimum of one year experience required as of 2009.

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 1000003201
• Hiring Range: $29.87 per hour