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LVN / LPN - Medical Surgical

  • New York, Rochester

  • 08/27/2025

  • Contract

  • Active

Job Description:

  • Job Summary
    • Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or physician
    • Deliver care in a fast-paced medical-surgical unit focused on adult patient recovery
    • Assist with treatments, medications, and routine procedures to support patient health and safety

    Key Responsibilities
    • Administer prescribed medications and treatments accurately
    • Monitor and document vital signs, symptoms, and patient progress
    • Assist with patient admissions, discharges, and transfers
    • Collaborate with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans
    • Maintain accurate, up-to-date medical records
    • Ensure compliance with infection control and safety procedures
    • Educate patients and families on health conditions and post-discharge care
    • Support physicians and RNs with clinical procedures and assessments

    Required Qualifications
    • Active and unrestricted LVN/LPN license in the state of practice
    • Minimum of 1 year of recent experience in a medical-surgical unit
    • Strong understanding of basic nursing procedures and protocols
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    • Ability to work effectively in a team environment
    • Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR) documentation

    Preferred Qualifications
    • 2+ years of experience in a hospital medical-surgical setting
    • Familiarity with multiple EMR systems
    • Experience with patient education and discharge planning

    Certifications
    • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification – required
    • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – preferred

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