Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Ambulatory Care - Surgical/Urology Clinic - Mon-Fri

About the role

Join an innovative, patient-focused culture dedicated to improving the health and quality of life for the communities we serve. This role allows you to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through direct and indirect care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect nursing care tailored to patient needs under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician’s Assistant, or Physician.
• Function as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team; may include home visits.
• Collect and record accurate patient health data; evaluate data to identify patient problems.
• Implement and document specified nursing interventions.
• Identify deviations from expected patient outcomes.
• Adhere to approved, research-based practice standards.
• Perform and document Point of Care (POC) testing and quality control in accordance with laboratory policies.
• Maintain and document testing reagents, supplies, and equipment per laboratory procedures.
• Advocate for patients to preserve autonomy, dignity, and rights.
• Deliver care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner sensitive to patient diversity.
• Ensure patients have signed informed consent for indicated procedures.
• Maintain current licensure, certification, and competencies; provide proof of BLS validation to supervisor.
• Complete required unit credentialing and annual training/competency validation.
• Practice within the New York State-defined LPN scope of practice 100% of the time.
• Acquire and maintain current knowledge and skills in your area of practice.
• Perform other duties as requested or observed by supervisor or manager.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Practical Nursing program.
• Current NYS LPN License and registration as a Practical Nurse or a valid interim permit.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Previous healthcare experience preferred.

Skills

• Clinical skills
• Multi-tasking
• Interacting with people
• Analysis and evaluation
• Initiative

Physical Requirements

• Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, up to 50 lbs. frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. constantly to move objects.
• Occasional: climbing, crouching, grasping, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, stooping, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), fit testing.
• Frequent: balancing, typing/clerical/dexterity, hearing, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, walking.
• Hazards: Occasional burns, chemical, electrical, mechanical, radiation/radiant energy; frequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure.
• Working Conditions: Occasional noise, dust, fumes, gases, mists, odors.
• Travel: Occasional travel may be required.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability protection.
• Retirement benefits with employer match.
• Sign-on bonus of $10,000 for full-time LPNs (eligibility details discussed during interview).

Pay

Salary is based on qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and industry standards. Pay range: $24.74–$37.10 per hour.