Montefiore Medical Center

Lead Licensed Practical Nurse MEAC - NU

Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma required; Associate's Degree preferred.
  • 4-6 years of relevant experience required based on tier level.
  • Annual health assessment compliance required.
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) credential from New York State Board of Nursing required.
  • Passing score on the NCLEX-PN or equivalent examination acceptable to NYSED required.

Responsibilities

  • Administer medications and injections as per licensing scope.
  • Monitor and record patients' vital signs and history.
  • Support patient care planning by collaborating with the clinical team.
  • Assist with scheduling and follow-up appointments for patients.
  • Train and supervise clinical associates on workflows.
  • Maintain cleanliness of patient care rooms and equipment.
  • Ensure clinical documentation is accurate and submitted to the right staff.

Benefits

  • Potential for professional development and training opportunities.
  • Supportive work environment with a focus on team collaboration.
  • Direct involvement in improving patient care and satisfaction.
  • Day shift schedule with Monday to Friday workdays.
  • Opportunity to work across multiple practice locations.
Full Job Description
City/State:
New York, New York
Grant Funded:
No
Department:
MEAC - Manhattan West
Work Shift:
Day
Work Days:
MON-FRI
Scheduled Hours:
Hours Vary
Scheduled Daily Hours:
8 HOURS
Hourly Rate:
$43.00

For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.

Job Summary
In addition to their regular daily shift LPN duties, the Lead LPN will perform additional clinical and administrative tasks that will provide support to their clinical team and practice. The Lead LPN will be responsible for recording patient's vital signs, patient intake and output, and recording patient history. This associate will administer medication, injections and functions in scope of license. This position will clean equipment in patient care areas and ensure patient care rooms are kept clean and supplies are well stocked. The Lead LPN will maintain records of patient activities and observations and submit records to the appropriate clinical staff regarding patient's condition. The Lead LPN will assist with scheduling patients and authorizations to support administrative staff as needed. The Lead LPN will train and monitor all clinical associates on all related clinical and clerical workflows. The Lead LPN will advise the Practice Manager of associate performance to address any areas of training and development required. The Lead LPN will be responsible for day-to-day activities including, but not limited to, planning and development, scheduling and daily operations. The Lead LPN will ensure their clinical team works with clinical and clerical support staff to deliver excellent patient care and promote patient satisfaction. The Lead LPN will also practice under the direction of the Practice Manager.

The LPN will work with clinical and clerical support staff to deliver excellent patient care and promote patient satisfaction across multiple practices. The LPN will practice under the direction of the appropriate clinical staff and cross cover across multiple practices. The LPN will be responsible for monitoring patient's vital signs, patient intake and output, and recording patient history. This associate will administer medication, injections and functions in scope of license. This position will clean equipment in patient care areas and ensure patient care rooms are kept clean, and supplies are well stocked. The LPN will maintain records of patient activities and observations and submit records to the appropriate clinical staff regarding patient's condition. The LPN will assist with scheduling patients and authorizations to support administrative staff as needed.

Essential Functions
  • 1. Administers medications, injections, insulin, immunizations, perform finger sticks and functions in scope of license. ADA
  • 2. Identifies patient goals, communicates, and collaborates with clinical team to support patient care plan. ADA
  • 3. Performs clinical workflows. ADA
  • 4. Monitor and record patient's vital signs, patient history and reason for visi.t ADA
  • 5. Explain treatments and procedures to patients and families. ADA
  • 6. Assist with scheduling, referral and follow up appointments. ADA
  • 7. Cross cover multiple practices. ADA
  • 8. Assist with authorizations and administrative needs as needed. ADA


Qualifications
  • High School Required
  • AS Preferred
  • 4-6 years 1-5 Years (Tier dependent) Required
  • Annual Assessment - OHS Required
  • Licensed Practical Nurse New York - New York State Board of Nursing Required
  • National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) or another license examination acceptable to NYSED Required


About Montefiore Medical Center

Montefiore Medical Center is a teaching hospital located in the Bronx, New York. The hospital was founded in 1884 and has since grown to become one of the largest healthcare systems in the state of New York. Montefiore is affiliated with the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and is known for its expertise in areas such as cardiology, neurology, and oncology. The hospital has been recognized for its commitment to patient care and has received numerous awards and accolades. Montefiore is a non-profit organization and is committed to providing care to underserved communities.
Learn more about Montefiore Medical Center
Size
35,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1884

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