Licensed Practical Nurse (Lpn)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Overview

• The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides safe, quality patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Collaborates with a designated care team to achieve patient care goals effectively.
• Demonstrates proficiency in treatments, procedures, and therapeutic interventions.
• Administers medications, observes patient responses, and documents outcomes accurately.
• Performs diagnostic procedures such as EKGs and phlebotomy for blood collection.
• Assists patients with therapeutic equipment and reinforces its proper use.
• Ensures compliance with organizational policies and New York State regulations.
• Participates in weekend shifts as required to support patient care needs.
• Provides bilingual Spanish support to enhance patient communication and care delivery.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Perform therapeutic procedures and treatments, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Administer medications, monitor patient reactions, and document observations.
• Conduct diagnostic procedures such as EKGs and phlebotomy for accurate assessments.
• Assist patients with therapeutic equipment, ensuring proper usage and effectiveness.
• Record vital signs, height, weight, and other patient metrics accurately.
• Collect and document specimens for diagnostic purposes.
• Maintain compliance with infection control and child abuse prevention protocols.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.
• Provide bilingual Spanish support to enhance patient communication and care.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Job Requirements

• Certificate of completion from a practical nurse course of study required.
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in an ambulatory setting preferred.
• Current New York State LPN license and registration mandatory.
• Current BCLS, Infection Control, and Child Abuse Certificates required.
• Demonstrated ability to perform venipuncture and administer medications.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills, including typing and documentation.
• Strong clinical, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Bilingual Spanish proficiency preferred for enhanced patient interaction.
• Flexibility to work occasional weekends to meet patient care needs.