Licensed Practice Nurse

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Location: New York, NY
Contract Duration: 13 weeks
Pay Rate: $43/hour negotiable (**Per-diem rates are also applicable for qualified candidates)
Schedule: Monday to Friday (Hours per Week: 40 & Daily Hours: 8
Shift Hours:

• Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
• Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• Thursday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Role Overview:
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will provide supportive and restorative nursing care, administer medications, and perform specialized clinical tasks under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or licensed physician/dentist. The role involves direct patient care in a structured setting and includes responsibilities in intravenous therapy and blood product administration with proper certification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver nursing care in routine and structured environments.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Administer treatments and procedures (e.g., suctioning, urinary catheterization).
• Prepare patients for surgery, diagnostics, and treatments.
• Administer medications and process specimens correctly.
• Set up IV equipment and manage peripheral IV infusions.
• Administer blood/blood products (requires specialized training).
• Accurately document observations, treatments, and incidents in the medical record.
• Support care plans under RN supervision and contribute to interdisciplinary care planning.
• Reinforce RN-led patient/family education.
• Provide emotional support to patients and their families.
• Assist inpatient rehabilitation and ensure physical comfort and safety.
• Participate in patient care conferences.
• Respond to emergency situations (e.g., Team 7000 calls) and perform BCLS.

Qualifications:

• Completion of an approved LPN educational program.
• Current LPN licensure from the New York State Department of Health.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (AHA).
• Completion of New York State LPN IV Therapy Initial Program.
• Annual completion of IV therapy/blood administration procedure review.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of basic nursing care and patient support.
• Proficiency in administering routine treatments and medications.
• Competence in IV therapy and blood product administration.
• Effective communication and collaboration with healthcare teams.
• Ability to support emotional and physical well-being of patients.
• Accurate clinical documentation and reporting.