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Cayuga Health System
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Cayuga Primary Care Ithaca Mall
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$67,768 / year median in New York
+24% projected growth
Job Description
Licensed Practical Nurse
- Cayuga Primary Care Ithaca Mall
- Part Time
- Days
NO WEEKENDS OR HOLIDAYS
Cayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Cayuga Health's commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs. The Licensed Practical Nurse supports the physicians and/or mid-level providers in the practice with clinical activities and direct patient care. The clinical assistant may also assist in appointment scheduling and other related activities for optimal patient service.Roles and Responsibilities:
Perform clinical duties in accordance with the scope of practice per LPN license and in accordance with NYS laws and regulations. Take and record patient's vital signs, prepare exam room and sterilize equipment and supplies per protocols. Provide call management for physicians/providers with regard to clinical questions, prescription refills, test results and other patient calls per practice protocols. Prepare patient's record for visit, as directed by physician/provider. Participates in scheduled team meetings to discuss /clarify roles, responsibility, processes, and patient issues.Required Skills and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited LPN program Current NYS licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse(LPN)Preferred Skills and Experience:
Previous Primary Care medical office experiencePhysical Requirements:
Standing- 70% Sitting
- 30% Reaching
- 80% Bending
- 50% Lifting-must be able to lift 40 lb
Location and Travel Requirements:
Onsite-Ithaca Mall 40 Catherwood Rd Ithaca, NY 14850 This is a part time position- 3 days weekly
- between 7:30 am
- 5:30 pm M-F depending on staff rotation No Weekends or Holidays 0% Travel required for this position