Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Samaritan Daytop Village is a nationally recognized comprehensive Health and Human Services Agency offering over 60 programs across New York City and the greater New York area, serving over 33,000 New Yorkers annually.

About the role

Under general direction of the RN and/or Physician, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will support providers in the provision of care, including recording vital signs, discussing chief health concerns, performing testing, assisting with procedures, and documentation. The incumbent will assess, plan, evaluate, and deliver nursing care in collaboration with an RN and/or Physician in support of the mission and goals of Samaritan Daytop Village.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient care including checking vital signs, blood pressure, pulse rate, breathing, temperature, weight, discussing chief health concerns, administering injections, and performing tests.
• Takes patient’s medical history, completes all pretreatment formalities, and enters data in the computer system.
• Follows orders of physician and registered nurse in providing care.
• Records in patients’ records a detailed report of care given.
• Handles proper charting, documentation, and maintenance of patients’ medical records.
• Checks, cleans, and dresses wounds.
• Reinforces instructions given to patient by RN or Physician.
• Notifies RN or Physician of significant findings or changes in patient’s physical or mental condition.
• Places phone calls to pharmacies to order prescriptions.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient records.
• Pulls and prepares patient charts.
• Maintains neatness of work area.
• Stocks patient rooms with supplies.
• Provides emotional support as needed.
• Initiates emergency assistance as per policies and procedures.
• Attends staff development trainings and nursing conferences.
• Keeps skills current and increases knowledge and productivity.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Requirements

• NYS LPN licensure.
• BLS certification.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Graduate of a formal Technical or Vocational LPN Program.
• At least one (1) year of experience as an LPN working with clients with Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and/or Serious Mental Illness (SMI).
• Available to work a flexible schedule as needed in response to participant and staff needs.
• Computer literacy including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHR.
• Ability to put patients at ease and explain physician’s instructions.
• Ability to multi-task with excellent organization skills.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Team player with the ability to work independently.

Pay

$37.36–$39.06 per hour.