LPN -Surgical Office

Rome Health; City of Rome (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

403(b) retirement plan with company 1:

Job summary

Rome Health in New York is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care and clinical support in the surgical office. The LPN will work with the care team to deliver safe, efficient, and compassionate services, including assessments, pre- and post-operative care, and patient education.

The role emphasizes accurate EMR documentation, adherence to HIPAA and infection-control policies, and collaboration with other healthcare professionals to coordinate surgical services.

Qualifications

• New York State license as an LPN
• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Previous surgical, outpatient, or physician-office experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and document patient information
• Provide patient education regarding care
• Prepare patients for surgical consultations, procedures, and follow-up appointments
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR
• Follow infection-control, safety, HIPAA, and organizational policies and procedures
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked clinical areas
• Perform wound care, dressing changes, suture or staple removal, and other treatments as ordered

Job description

Mission Statement: We provide quality healthcare with compassion.

Vision

Exceptional people, delivering exceptional care, for a healthier community.

Values

We commit to accountability, respect, integrity, innovation, safety and excellence always.

About Rome Health

Rome Health is a trusted healthcare provider with a long-standing commitment to serving our community with compassion, quality, and integrity. As one of Newsweek's Greatest Midsize Workplaces in Health Care (2026) with deep roots in the region and a strong history of clinical excellence, we provide reliable, patient-centered care across a wide range of services. Our culture is built on teamwork, respect, and accountability, and many employees build long, meaningful careers here-reflecting the stability and supportive environment we offer. We are equally committed to the future, investing in employee growth, development, and career advancement.

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care and clinical support in the surgical office. The LPN works closely with the entire care team and other healthcare professionals to provide safe, efficient, and compassionate care to patients within the Surgical Offices. The LPN assists with patient assessment, pre- and post-operative care, procedures, patient education, and coordination of surgical services while maintaining accurate and timely documentation. Other duties include, but are not limited to, the following essential job functions:

• Perform patient assessments and document patient information
• Provide patient education regarding care
• Prepare patients for surgical consultations, procedures, and follow-up appointments.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Follow infection-control, safety, HIPAA, and organizational policies and procedures.
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked clinical areas.
• Perform wound care, dressing changes, suture or staple removal, and other treatments as ordered.

Minimum Qualifications

• New York State license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Previous surgical, specialty, outpatient, or physician-office experience preferred.

Physical Demands

Combination of walking and standing. Heavy lifting, 45 pounds or over and positioning of patients is required. Light carrying under 15 pounds. Pushing, pulling, kneeling and bending required. Frequent reaching, some above shoulders, handling and fingering of instruments and equipment. Talking and hearing for communicating with other personnel and patients. Hearing to distinguish differences and variations of vital signs of patients. Near-visual acuity required to work with a charts and records and to observe patients to detect changes in patient conditions, to read gauges and dials on equipment. Color vision for perceiving changes in patient's skin color, color of medicines and solutions. Rome Health is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Benefits

Rome Health offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, Health Savings Account (HSA), and a 403(b) retirement plan with company match. Additional benefits include group and voluntary life and AD&D insurance, supplemental coverage through Aflac, and employee discounts and perks programs.

EEO Statement

Rome Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, New York State, or local law. Rome Health prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all employment practices and provides reasonable accommodations as required by law.