Licensed Practical Nurse - Pediatrics - LPNPED 26-11074

Job Description

Job DescriptionLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) – Pediatrics

Location: Flushing, NY 11355
Duration: 14 Weeks – Contract
Shift: Day Shift
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Hours: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Hours per Week: 35 hours
Shift Length: 7 hours per day
Lunch: 60-minute unpaid lunch break
Work Setting: 100% Onsite
Job Category: Nursing / Pediatrics
Employment Type: Contract

Job Description

We are seeking a qualified Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) to provide quality nursing care to pediatric patients in a clinical setting. The LPN/LVN will work collaboratively with the healthcare team while following established nursing standards, infection control practices, performance improvement principles, and appropriate delegation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to pediatric patients according to established clinical protocols and standards.
• Monitor patients' conditions and document changes in health status accurately and promptly.
• Assist with patient assessments and routine clinical procedures.
• Follow established infection control and patient safety practices.
• Apply performance improvement principles in daily clinical activities.
• Follow appropriate delegation principles under the direction of licensed healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete patient documentation.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and members of the healthcare team.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and professional nursing standards.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care to pediatric patients.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements Education & Training

• High School Diploma or GED – Required.
• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program – Required.

Certification & Licensure

• Current, valid New York State LPN License and Registration – Required.
• Current AHA BLS Certification – Required.

Experience & Skills

• Pediatric nursing experience – Preferred.
• LPN training experience – Preferred.
• Knowledge of infection control principles.
• Understanding of performance improvement principles.
• Knowledge of appropriate delegation principles.
• Strong patient care and clinical nursing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a healthcare team.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.