Per Diem LPN - Float Team (M-F, 8a-5p, $4/hr Diff)

Northwell Health; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 37,857 - 53,918; Part time

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking a Per Diem Medical Practice LPN for the Float Team department. This role involves supporting physicians in providing primary medical care, with shifts scheduled Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Candidates must have a valid LPN license and complete BLS certification within 30 days.

The hourly rate is $33.31 plus a $4/hour Float Pool Differential, and duties include patient care, obtaining vital signs, and other essential tasks to assist in a high-quality healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 30 days of starting.
• Licensed Practical Nurse licensure required.
• Basic medical knowledge and terminology essential.
• Computer skills/data entry required.
• Skilled in obtaining accurate patient vitals.
• Experience in vaccine administration and medication preparation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and assist with medical exams.
• Obtain patient history and vital signs.
• Provide direct patient care like vaccinations and wound care.
• Collect and analyze patient specimens as directed.
• Instruct patients on preventive care and medication.
• Make follow-up calls to patients.
• Complete meaningful use requirements.
• Maintain compliance responsibilities.
• Model Northwell Health Values.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Licensed Practical Nurse licensure

Basic medical knowledge and terminology

Computer skills/data entry

Skilled in obtaining accurate patient vitals

Vaccine administration

Medication preparation

Education

HS Graduate or Equivalent

Graduate of an accredited LPN Program

Job description

Northwell Health is seeking a Per Diem Medical Practice LPN for the Float Team department. This role involves supporting physicians in providing primary medical care, with shifts scheduled Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Candidates must have a valid LPN license and complete BLS certification within 30 days.

The hourly rate is $33.31 plus a $4/hour Float Pool Differential, and duties include patient care, obtaining vital signs, and other essential tasks to assist in a high-quality healthcare environment.