Flushing, NY, 11355, USA
294 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse - Pediatrics - Queens
Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse - Pediatrics - Queens Reports to: Head Nurse 136-26 37th Avenue Flushing, New York, 11354 United States Responsibilities : + Perform nursing tasks and procedures under the direction of the registered nurse or authorized health care providers + Perform patient interview, take and record medical history, and prepare patients for provider/nurse visit + Perform and record standard vital signs + Collect laboratory specimens as ordered + Assist provider in procedures using sterile or aseptic techniques + Execute medical orders from selected authorized health care providers + Collaborate with the care team to provide self-management support by counseling patients on medical problems, medication use, diet and disease prevention and health promotion + Participate in nursing Quality Improvement (QI) projects and other related clinical QI activities + Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, participating in professional societies + Maintain a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information, responding to requests, building rapport + Participate in team problem-solving methods + Perform other unit specific duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications : + Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse with current license and registration in the State of New York + Basic CPR (BCLS) Certification required + Current NYS Infection Control & Barrier Precaution Training Certificate + Prior work experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse preferred + Bilingual in English/Chinese preferred Compensation and Benefits : + Salary: $60,000.00 - 65,000.00 per year + Medical insurance + Employer-paid dental, vision, disability and life insurance + 403(b) retirement savings plan + Flexible spending accounts for transit, parking, health and dependent care + Paid time off (28 days for the first year of employment) + Continuing medical education time and allowance + Employee Assistance Program + Tuition reimbursement for eligible employees, and + The Health Center is qualified for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
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