Licensed Practical Nurse-LPN-Pediatrics

Trinity Health • Albany, NY

3d • $24 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position in a Pediatric Family Health Center located at 326 S Pearl St Albany, NY. The role is ideal for someone seeking an LPN position in a provider office setting. The position offers a Monday-Friday schedule from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with opportunities for career development and a generous tuition allowance.

Requirements

• A current license to practice as a Practical Nurse in the State of New York
• Graduate of accredited school of Practical Nursing.
• High School diploma / GED required
• Must be able to lift 20 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Administers nursing care to patients under the direction of a Registered Professional.
• Assists with treatments and procedures and carries out selected duties within the framework of the established nursing plan of care.
• Complies with established nursing policies, procedures and standards to provide safe, quality care to patients.
• Consistently takes accurate vital signs.
• Accurately collects routine patient data per protocols and/or as directed by the clinical supervisor.
• Consistently recognizes high-risk situations and reports them appropriately.
• Confers with the clinical supervisor routinely concerning the plan of care.
• Makes suggestions as to referrals to other disciplines.
• Fulfills protocols or clinical guidelines in establishing workflow priorities.
• Consistently demonstrates acceptable technical skills in providing care.
• Consistently follows standards of care, established protocols, or clinical guidelines in providing patient care.
• Consistently follows infection control policies in administering care.
• Consistently provides patient care in consideration of age-related requirements.
• Consistently reinforces patient and family teaching.
• Administers medications safely in accordance with relevant unit policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates ability to accurately transcribe physician orders.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of computer skills relevant to the care area.
• Demonstrates initiative and flexibility with assignments.
• Functions as a team member in carrying out assignments.

Benefits

• Generous tuition allowance
• Career development

What This Job Offers

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