Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) Contract - MSH

eTeam; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver essential nursing care in New York. This entry-level position involves performing nursing tasks, administering medications, and assisting with daily living activities under supervision. Ideal candidates will have completed an LPN program, hold a valid New York State license, and possess BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Completion of an educational program for licensure as an LPN.
• Successful completion of the New York State Department of Health LPN IV Therapy Initial Program.
• Completion of annual updates in intravenous therapy procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing tasks within the scope of supportive and restorative care.
• Administer treatments and routine tasks such as suctioning and urinary catheterizations.
• Report observations and record on appropriate documents.

Skills

Medication administration

Patient care

Intravenous therapy

Education

LPN issued by the New York State Department of Health

Basic Life Saver (BLS) certification from AHA

Job description

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

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Base pay range

$35.00/hr - $43.00/hr

Duties

• Perform nursing tasks within the scope of supportive and restorative care, medication administration, and specialized tasks under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse or licensed physician/dentist.
• Deliver nursing care in structured, routine situations free of scientific complexity.
• Assist with activities of daily living.
• Administer treatments and routine tasks such as suctioning and urinary catheterizations.
• Prepare patients for surgery, diagnostic tests, treatments, and examinations.
• Administer medications within scope of practice. Collect, label, and process specimens accurately.
• Identify and set up intravenous equipment and deliver solutions for infusion through peripheral access devices.
• Administer blood or blood products with special training.
• Report observations, treatments, medications, incidents, or accidents related to patients to the Registered Professional Nurse and record on appropriate documents following unit charting formats.

Education Requirements

• Completion of an educational program for licensure as an LPN.
• Successful completion of the New York State Department of Health LPN IV Therapy Initial Program.
• Completion of annual updates in intravenous therapy procedures.
• Licensing and Certification: LPN issued by the New York State Department of Health; Basic Life Saver (BLS) certification from AHA.

Additional Details

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

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