Licensed Practical Nurse (Lpn)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Overview

• The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will provide essential clinical support in a dynamic healthcare environment.
• Assist practitioners and deliver patient education, ensuring optimal care and adherence to protocols.
• Perform clinical nursing functions, including vital signs, medication administration, and patient screenings.
• Support diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including EKGs, vision tests, and inhalation treatments.
• Maintain clinical equipment and supplies, ensuring readiness and compliance with safety standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure continuity of patient care and effective communication.
• Contribute to the mission of delivering quality healthcare services in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Screen, discharge, and counsel patients, documenting clinical observations in medical records.
• Administer medications and treatments, including immunizations and inhalation therapies, per protocols.
• Perform diagnostic tests such as EKGs, vision tests, and blood glucose monitoring.
• Assist practitioners during examinations and minor surgical procedures.
• Order and manage medications, immunizations, and clinical supplies, maintaining accurate records.
• Process laboratory tests, referrals, and requisitions according to clinical guidelines.
• Ensure proper cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance of clinical equipment and instruments.
• Prepare examination rooms and organize supplies for practitioner use.
• Participate in meetings and adhere to infection control measures and safety standards.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and graduation from an approved School of Practical Nursing.
• Valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in New York State.
• Minimum of 1 year of healthcare delivery experience; training provided for recent graduates.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records software and Microsoft Outlook and Word.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work effectively in a busy clinical setting.
• Familiarity with family medicine and ambulatory clinic operations preferred.
• Commitment to adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and JAHCO standards.
• Ability to perform clinical procedures and assist in diagnostic and therapeutic treatments.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with clinical, clerical, and managerial staff.