Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Med Surg

Northwell Health • Mount Kisco, NY

408d • $66,602 - $71,656

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Med Surg position at Northwell Health involves providing direct nursing care to patients in a clinical setting. The role supports registered nurses in delivering comprehensive patient care, administering medications, and assisting with diagnostic procedures. The LPN is responsible for monitoring patient conditions, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring a safe and clean environment for patients.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Completed accredited Practical Nurse program, required.
• Licensed as a Practical Nurse in the State of New York.
• Previous related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists the registered nurse in provision of nursing care.
• Gives direct patient care as assigned by the professional nurse.
• Administers medications and treatments according to policy.
• Observes, records and reports patients vital signs, symptoms and general condition to appropriate staff member.
• Prepares for and assists physicians and others with diagnostic procedures and treatments.
• Assists in patients' teaching program.
• Gathers data from patient/family which is used by Registered Nurse in making the initial assessment and developing a nursing care plan.
• Recognizes emergencies and initiates action.
• Maintains records relating to patient care.
• Records nursing care given, observations and patients' responses to nursing interventions on progress notes.
• Charts medications and treatments administered and patients' reaction to same.
• Participates in gathering data on patients upon admission to provide information from which a nursing care plan can be developed.
• Assists in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients by keeping the patient's bedside unit and surroundings clean, safe and noise free as possible.
• Performs related duties, as required.

Benefits

• Salary range of $32.02-$34.45/hour

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED