Skip to main content
Tallo logoTallo logo

Find Jobs

Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location

Skip to job details

Back to Results

Apply for this opportunity

To apply for this job, you'll continue to an external website or email application.

University of Vermont Health - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital

Licensed Practical Nurse - Ambulatory Pulmonology

Career Insights for Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse

See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.

Scorecard

Based on New York data

Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?

Were these scores useful?

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

Explore Career

Job Description

Position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $7,500, subject to terms, conditions, and change.
General Summary:
Primary Shift:
0800-1630. May also be scheduled to work 0700-1530, and 0730-1600. The LPN works under the general supervision of the Practice Supervisor, an Ambulatory RN or other licensed provider to deliver excellent patient care completing the duties and responsibilities of the position while complying with the HIPAA and CVPH confidentiality policies. Responsible to manage patient flow while supporting physician(s) to ensure efficient use of their time and minimize patient wait time. Responsible to perform operational and quality/risk management duties according to regulations and protocols. Requires regular use of independent judgment to interpret and apply policies, procedures and practices.
Education/Skills Required:
Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing required. Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State. Understanding and commitment to CVPH core values of teamwork, commitment, confidentiality and quality care. Excellent attention to detail. Good written and verbal communication skills. Above average spelling and memory skills. Working knowledge of medical terminology and medications. Develop and maintain effective relationships with staff, providers, patients and external customers. Medical office experience preferred. Knowledge of medical practice management and/or electronic medical records systems preferred. Utilize available business technology to perform assigned duties. Above average organizational skills. Ability to make appropriate decisions with a minimum amount of supervisory direction. Experience in use of personal computers required; proficient in use of Microsoft Word. As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided.