Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse-OBGYN

St. Peter's Health Partners is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse for our OBGYN outpatient office located at 400 Patroon Creek Boulevard in Albany, NY. This is a busy office setting where you will administer nursing care to patients under the direction of a Registered Professional, assisting with treatments and procedures while maintaining established nursing standards and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Take accurate vital signs consistently
• Collect routine patient data per protocols and as directed by the clinical supervisor
• Recognize high-risk situations and report them appropriately
• Confer with the clinical supervisor routinely concerning the plan of care
• Make suggestions regarding referrals to other disciplines
• Fulfill protocols and clinical guidelines in establishing workflow priorities
• Demonstrate acceptable technical skills in providing care
• Follow standards of care, established protocols, and clinical guidelines
• Follow infection control policies in administering care
• Provide patient care in consideration of age-related requirements
• Reinforce patient and family teaching
• Administer medications safely in accordance with unit policies and procedures
• Accurately transcribe physician orders
• Demonstrate working knowledge of computer skills relevant to the care area
• Demonstrate initiative and flexibility with assignments
• Function as a team member in carrying out assignments

Schedule

• Monday through Friday
• Day shift
• Full-time employment

Required Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Practical Nurse in the State of New York
• Graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to lift 20 pounds

Compensation

• Pay range: $23.85 to $29.95 per hour
• Pay is based on experience, skills, and education

Benefits

• Strong orientation program
• Generous tuition allowance
• Career development opportunities