Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - 26-03074
4 days ago
Syracuse
Job DescriptionJob Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Specialty: Medical Surgical Shift: Night Shift – 3x12 Hours (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) Duration: 13 Weeks Locaton - Syracuse, NY Job Summary: Seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) to support patient care in a Medical-Surgical and/or Emergency Department setting. The nurse will work under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians to deliver high-quality patient care in an acute care environment. Key Responsibilities: • Provide direct patient care in an acute care setting with minimal supervision, • Assist with patient assessments, including measuring and recording vital signs, • Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, • Assist physicians and nursing staff during exams and treatments, • Administer injections and support clinical procedures, • Observe, document, and report patient responses to treatments, • Maintain exam rooms and clinical areas to ensure cleanliness and readiness, • Perform routine clinical and administrative duties including scheduling, chart preparation, and documentation, • Coordinate with insurance providers for authorizations and referrals, • Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members, • Participate in nursing unit activities and support overall patient care plansRequired Qualifications:, • Current State License as an LPN/LVN, • CPR Certification (or ability to obtain/renew), • Minimum 1 year of clinical experience, • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, • Ability to work in a fast-paced acute care environmentPreferred Qualifications:, • Prior experience in an inpatient or hospital setting, • Experience working in Medical-Surgical or Emergency Department units