Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Medical Surgical Unit - 26-04912

NavitasPartners • Rochester, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Medical Surgical unit. This role involves providing direct patient care in an acute care setting, focusing on the treatment and management of medical patients with various conditions. The LPN will collaborate with the healthcare team to monitor patient conditions, administer treatments, and assist with patient recovery.

Requirements

• Active New York Single State LPN license (NY is not a compact state).
• BLS certification required.
• Acute care experience within the last 2 years.
• Must be able to take own patient assignments in a Med-Surg/Tele care setting.
• Experience with EPIC is required.
• Vital signs, pain assessments, intake/output monitoring.
• Wound care basics (simple dressings, JP/Hemovac drains).
• Oxygen administration via nasal cannula and feeding tube management.
• Telemetry monitoring and 12-lead EKG interpretation.
• Foley catheter insertion (male/female), clean catch urine collection.
• Medication administration (oral, IM, SQ, NG/G-tube, ear and eye drops).
• IV therapy with pumps and blood glucose monitoring.
• Experience in an MS/Tele care setting is essential.

Nice To Haves

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply.
• Locals are accepted , but must meet the radius rule for LPNs at [Client Name] .

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care for medical patients, including those with COPD exacerbations, infections, failure to thrive, and other medical issues.
• Take independent patient assignments with the support of an RN.
• Perform assessments, monitor vital signs, and administer medications as prescribed.
• Perform routine clinical procedures, including wound care, Foley catheter insertion, and blood glucose monitoring.
• Administer medications (oral, IM, SQ, NG/G-tube, ear/eye drops) and IV therapy.
• Provide telemetry monitoring, 12-lead EKGs, and manage feeding tubes.
• Communicate any changes in patient status to the RN and MD.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree