Licensed Practical Nurse MEAC - NU

Montefiore-Einstein-Advanced-Care; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The LPN at Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care works with clinical and clerical teams across Manhattan West to deliver patient care and promote satisfaction. The nurse monitors vital signs, records patient history, and administers medications and injections under supervision.

Licensed Practical Nurse in New York with NYS Board of Nursing certification is required; NCLEX-PN or NYSED-acceptable license is needed. Flexibility for varying hours and scheduling is expected.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse with state license required.
• Nursing credentials and eligibility to practice in NYS.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications, injections, and insulin within scope of license.
• Monitors vital signs and documents patient history and observations.
• Cross covers multiple practices and supports scheduling/authorizations.

Education

High School Required

AS Preferred

NYS Licensed Practical Nurse

Job description

City/State:New York, New YorkGrant Funded:NoDepartment:MEAC - Manhattan WestWork Shift:DayWork Days:MON-FRIScheduled Hours:Hours VaryScheduled Daily Hours:8 HOURSHourly Rate:$36.96For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.To learn more about the “Montefiore Difference” – who we are at Montefiore and all that we have to offer our associates, please click here .Job SummaryThe LPN will work with clinical and clerical support staff to deliver excellent patient care and promote patient satisfaction across multiple practices. The LPN will practice under the direction of the appropriate clinical staff and cross cover across multiple practices. The LPN will be responsible for monitoring patient's vital signs, patient intake and output, and recording patient history. This associate will administer medication, injections and functions in scope of license. This position will clean equipment in patient care areas and ensure patient care rooms are kept clean, and supplies are well stocked. The LPN will maintain records of patient activities and observations and submit records to the appropriate clinical staff regarding patient's condition. The LPN will assist with scheduling patients and authorizations to support administrative staff as needed.Essential Functions1. Administers medications, injections, insulin, immunizations, perform finger sticks and functions in scope of license. ADA2. Identifies patient goals, communicates, and collaborates with clinical team to support patient care plan. ADA3. Performs clinical workflows. ADA4. Monitor and record patient's vital signs, patient history and reason for visi.t ADA5. Explain treatments and procedures to patients and families. ADA6. Assist with scheduling, referral and follow up appointments. ADA7. Cross cover multiple practices. ADA8. Assist with authorizations and administrative needs as needed. ADAQualificationsHigh School RequiredAS Preferred4-6 years 1-5 Years (Tier dependent) RequiredAnnual Assessment - OHS RequiredLicensed Practical Nurse New York - New York State Board of Nursing RequiredNational Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) or another license examination acceptable to NYSED RequiredMontefiore Einstein Advanced Care is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.