Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Pediatrics

Trinity Health•Clifton Park, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

St. Peter's Health Partners is hiring a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse for its Pediatrics medical office. The position is based at 1 Tallowood Dr. in Clifton Park, New York, and floats between Clifton Park, Troy, and Albany. 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, with 8-hour day shifts. Floating assignments receive an additional 10% pay. The listed pay range is $26.90–$35.40 per hour, based on experience and subject to variation by location. St. Peter's Health Partners describes a strong orientation program, tuition allowance, and career development opportunities. The organization states its commitment to dignity, inclusion, and compassionate, person-centered care, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Current license to practice as a Practical Nurse in New York State.
Graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing.
High school diploma or GED.
Able 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 about the plan of care.
Suggest referrals to other disciplines.
Follow protocols or clinical guidelines when establishing workflow priorities.
Use acceptable technical skills when providing care.
Follow standards of care, established protocols, and clinical guidelines in providing patient care.
Follow infection control policies when administering care.
Provide patient care in consideration of age-related requirements.
Reinforce patient and family teaching.
Administer medications safely according to 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.
Assist with treatments and procedures and carry out selected duties within the established nursing plan of care.