Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Samaritan Daytop Village • Queens, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Licensed Practical Nurse Healthcare staff can work anywhere …. The BEST work with US! A nationally recognized comprehensive Health and Human Services Agency, with over 60 programs across New York City and greater New York Area. Samaritan Daytop Village serves over 33,000 New Yorkers annually within your neighborhoods and communities, so our success depends on those we employ. Under general direction of the RN and/or Physician, the Licensed Practical Nurse-LPN will support providers in provision of care including recording vital signs, discussing chief health concerns, performing testing, assisting with procedures and documentation. The incumbent will assess, plan, evaluate, and deliver nursing care in collaboration with RN and/or Physician. This work is carried out in support of the mission and goals of Samaritan Daytop Village.

Requirements

• NYS LPN licensure
• BLS certification
• High School or GED
• Graduate of a formal Technical or Vocational LPN Program
• At least One (1) year experience as an LPN working with clients with Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and/or Serious Mental Illness (SMI)
• Available to work a flexible schedule as needed in response to participant and staff needs
• Computer literacy including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHR
• Ability to put patients at ease and explain physician’s instructions
• Ability to multi-task with excellent organization skills
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Team player and ability to work independently

Responsibilities

• Recording vital signs
• Discussing chief health concerns
• Performing testing
• Assisting with procedures and documentation
• Assess, plan, evaluate, and deliver nursing care in collaboration with RN and/or Physician

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED