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 instructions
Compensation 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
