Licensed Practical Nurse - Pediatric Primary Care

Queens Hospital Center is making good on its promise to the people of southeastern and central Queens to maximize both patient convenience and positive clinical outcomes. Residents of Queens can count on the delivery of quality medical care right in their own borough. In 2002 the hospital opened a state-of-the-art, 261-bed facility that includes the Queens Cancer Center, the first comprehensive cancer treatment center in the borough.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Work Shifts

7:00 A.M - 3:30 P.M
8:00 A.M - 4:00 P.M
8:30 A.M - 4:30 P.M
9:00 A.M - 5:00 P.M
10:00 A.M - 6:00 P.M

Job Description
1. Gives nursing care to patients as assigned.
2. Administers and records medications and treatments as assigned.
3. Prepares for and assists Physicians and others with diagnostic procedures and treatments.
4. Reinforces, supports and provides healthcare instructions to patients and their families.
5. Participates with other team members in planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care and other patient activities.
6. Assists in the admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
7. Observes and reports patients' vital signs, symptoms and general condition to the appropriate individuals(s).
8. Records on patient charts observation of patients responses to nursing care rendered.
9. Maintains environmental conditions conducive to the comfort and safety of patients.
10. Assists with unit management and/or assumes charge of unit as assigned.
11. Performs other nursing functions related to patient care and nursing service, as delegated by the Nursing Service Administration.
12. Guides and directs other Licensed Practical Nurses, Technicians and Nurse's Aides in rendering patient care.
13. Maintains clinical competence through participation and attendance at continuing education programs.

Minimum Qualifications

Currently licensed or otherwise duly authorized to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New York.

If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online at employment.nychhc.org.

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• Multiple employee discounts programs