Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN

Responsibilities of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Record a patient’s medical history accurately Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc. Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc. Monitor patients’ condition including fluid intake and output and compose patient charts Assist ailing patients in daily necessary activities such as eating, bathing etc. Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks Collect samples for lab testing as assigned Provide emotional and psychological support when needed Communicate with patients’ family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructionsCompensation and Benefits of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Salary: $45/hr Paid orientation and buddy days. Weekly pay. Competitive compensation. Voluntary Medical Insurances – choose the option right for you! Aflac Insurance options to choose from: Disability, Dental, Accident, Life, Cancer, Hospital. Commuter Benefits – earn pre-tax dollars! Direct deposit available. Referral Bonuses – refer a friend and win up to $100! Quarterly Sweepstakes raffles. Employee of the Month program. Easy access to 24/7 support. Wide variety of shifts and locations. Offices conveniently located in Long Island, Queens, Brooklyn and Bronx. Flexible Schedules – full time or part time available. Weekend Schedule available.Requirements of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Please note proper documentation will be required to complete the application process Current LPN license and registration CPR certification Malpractice insurance Resume Physical MMR & Varicella titers PPD or proof of chest X ray if positive 1 Personal reference letter, 1 Professional reference letter Original Social Security Card Original Non expired State Identification Original Proof of Citizenship / Immigration (Example of documents: Birth Cert, Green Card, Resident Card) Sigma Care experience (computer system, patient information) a plus Long-term care experience a big plus, but new grads welcome as well! Bilingual Russian, Mandarin, Cantonese, Spanish or additional languages a plus