Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) - Contract - MSBI

eTeam; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) for a contract role in New York. The LPN will provide essential nursing care, assist in patient rehabilitation, and manage medication administration. This entry-level position is crucial for those looking to develop their career in the health sector, particularly in hospitals and healthcare facilities.

Qualifications

• Licensing: LPN issued by NY State Department of Health.
• Annual review and update in intravenous therapy procedures.

Responsibilities

• Providing nursing care in routine situations.
• Administering treatments such as suctioning and urinary catheterizations.
• Contributing to care plans and patient/family education.

Skills

Medication administration

Patient care

Emotional support

Emergency procedures

Education

Completion of an educational program for LPN licensure

Successful completion of NY State Department of Health IV Therapy Program

BLS from AHA

Job description

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Duties

The practice of nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse involves tasks within the scope of supportive & restorative care, medication administration, and specialized tasks under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse or a legally authorized physician or dentist.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing nursing care in routine situations.
• Assisting with activities of daily living.
• Administering treatments such as suctioning and urinary catheterizations.
• Preparing patients for procedures and tests.
• Administering medications within scope of practice and processing specimens.
• Setting up intravenous equipment and delivering infusion solutions.
• Administering blood products with proper training.
• Reporting observations, treatments, and incidents to the RN and documenting appropriately.
• Contributing to care plans and patient/family education.
• Providing emotional support and assisting in patient rehabilitation.
• Ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Participating in patient care conferences.
• Assisting in emergency procedures like BCLS and documenting care.

Education & Certification Requirements

• Completion of an educational program for LPN licensure.
• Successful completion of NY State Department of Health IV Therapy Program.
• Annual review and update in intravenous therapy procedures.

Licensing: LPN issued by NY State Department of Health. Certifications: BLS from AHA.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care

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