Licensed Practical Nurse- LPN - New Schenectady Primary Care Office
About The Position
St. Peter's Health Partners is hiring a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse for its Internal Medicine team at the new Schenectady Primary Care Office. The position is temporarily located at 731 Troy-Schenectady Road in Latham until the new office at 624 McClellan Street in Schenectady is built. The LPN administers nursing care under the direction of a Registered Professional, assists with treatments and procedures, and performs selected duties within the established nursing plan of care. The role follows nursing policies, procedures, and standards to provide safe, quality patient care. The schedule is Monday through Friday on a day shift. The stated pay range is $26.90–$35.40; pay is based on experience, skills, and education and may vary by location.
Requirements
- Current license to practice as a Practical Nurse in New York State.
- Graduation from an accredited school of Practical Nursing.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to lift 20 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Take accurate vital signs.
- Collect routine patient data according to protocols or as directed by the clinical supervisor.
- Recognize high-risk situations and report them appropriately.
- Confer routinely with the clinical supervisor concerning the plan of care.
- Suggest referrals to other disciplines.
- Use protocols or clinical guidelines to establish workflow priorities.
- Demonstrate acceptable technical skills in providing care.
- Follow standards of care, established protocols, and clinical guidelines when providing patient care.
- Follow infection control policies when administering care.
- Provide care in consideration of age-related requirements.
- Reinforce patient and family teaching.
- Administer medications safely in accordance with relevant unit policies and procedures.
- Accurately transcribe physician orders.
- Use computer skills relevant to the care area.
- Demonstrate initiative and flexibility with assignments.
- Function as a team member in carrying out assignments.
Benefits
- Generous tuition allowance
- Career development
- Strong orientation program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
