Licensed Practical Nurse-Float

AIDS Healthcare Foundation•New York, NY

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) float provides hands-on patient care under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians. The role contributes to high-quality, compassionate care and patient wellbeing at assigned Healthcare Centers. The float provides multifunctional patient care, collaborates with the care team, and works as directed by the Regional Nursing Director. Responsibilities include patient education, accurate documentation, competency in nursing procedures, and leadership support as needed. The LPN/LVN float is expected to advocate for AHF’s initiatives and uphold its mission and core values in a dynamic, collaborative environment where staff are accountable to multiple leaders. AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF), founded in 1987, is the nation’s largest specialized provider of HIV/AIDS medical care. Its mission is to provide cutting-edge medicine and advocacy regardless of ability to pay. Through healthcare centers, pharmacies, its health plan, research, and other activities, AHF provides access to the latest HIV treatments. AHF’s core values are patient-centered care, valuing employees, respect for diversity, nimbleness, and fighting for what is right. AHF offers comprehensive benefits intended to support employees’ physical, financial, spiritual, and professional health.

Requirements

New York LPN license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

Provide hands-on patient care under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians.
Provide multifunctional patient care at assigned Healthcare Centers as directed by the Regional Nursing Director.
Collaborate as part of a close-knit care team.
Educate patients.
Maintain accurate patient documentation.
Demonstrate competency in nursing procedures.
Provide leadership support as needed.
Advocate for AHF’s initiatives and uphold its mission and core values.