LPN: Flexible Schedule, Vital Patient Care & Growth

Samaritan Village, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Daytop Village is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support care delivery under the supervision of a registered nurse and/or physician. You will record vital signs, discuss chief health concerns, perform testing and assist with procedures, documenting care in patient records.

You will assess, plan, evaluate and deliver nursing care in collaboration with RN/Physician. The role supports Samaritan Daytop Village’s mission in the New York area and requires compassion, accuracy,

Qualifications

• NYS LPN licensure is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Graduate of a formal LPN program.
• At least 1 year of LPN experience with SUD/SMI.
• Flexible schedule availability.
• Computer literacy including EHR.
• Ability to explain physician’s instructions.
• Ability to multi-task and stay organized.
• Experience with diverse populations.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Team player and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient care including checking vital signs, blood pressure, pulse rate, breathing, temperature, weight, discussing chief health concerns, administers injections and performs test.
• Takes patient’s medical history, pretreatment formalities and enters data in computer system.
• Follows orders of physician and registered nurse in providing care.
• Records in patients’ record a detailed report of care given.
• Handles proper charting, documentation and maintenance of patients’ medical records.
• Checks, cleans and dresses wounds.
• Reinforces instructions given to patient by RN or Physician.
• Notifies RN or Physician of significant finding or changes in patient’s physical or mental condition.
• Places phone calls to pharmacies to order prescriptions.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient records.
• Pulls and prepares patient charts.
• Maintains neatness of work area.
• Stocks patient rooms with supplies.
• Provides emotional support as needed.
• Initiates emergency assistance as per policies and procedures.
• Attends staff development trainings and nursing conferences.
• Keeps skills current and increases knowledge and productivity.

Skills

LPN licensure

BLS certification

Computer literacy

Multi-tasking

Communication

Cultural competency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Graduate of LPN program

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Samaritan Daytop Village is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support care delivery under the supervision of a registered nurse and/or physician. You will record vital signs, discuss chief health concerns, perform testing and assist with procedures, documenting care in patient records.

You will assess, plan, evaluate and deliver nursing care in collaboration with RN/Physician. The role supports Samaritan Daytop Village’s mission in the New York area and requires compassion, accuracy,