LPN – Ambulatory Care – Orthopedics Clinic

What You’ll Do

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Ambulatory Care, you will provide both direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or Physician. Functioning as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team, you may also be required to make home visits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver patient-centered nursing care, tailored to individual needs.
• Accurately collect and document relevant patient health data.
• Assess health data to identify patient concerns and needs.
• Implement and document specific care interventions.
• Recognize and address deviations from expected patient outcomes.
• Follow evidence-based practice standards and approved protocols.
• Conduct and document Point of Care (POC) testing and ensure compliance with laboratory policies and procedures.
• Maintain and document the proper storage, handling, and use of testing reagents, supplies, and equipment.
• Advocate for patients by ensuring their autonomy, dignity, and rights are respected.
• Provide care in a non-judgmental, inclusive, and culturally sensitive manner.
• Ensure informed consent is obtained and documented for required procedures.
• Maintain active licensure, certification, and professional competencies.
• Provide proof of current BLS certification to the supervisor.
• Complete all required credentialing, annual training, and competency validations as per department policies.
• Practice 100% within the LPN scope of practice as defined by New York State regulations.
• Continuously update knowledge and skills relevant to the role.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by a supervisor or manager.

Education & Experience:

• Required: Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Preferred: Previous experience in a healthcare setting.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Required: Active New York State LPN license and registration or a valid interim permit.
• Required: BLS certification (must be obtained within 6 months of hire).

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong clinical skills
• Ability to multi-task effectively
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and evaluation skills
• Initiative and ability to work independently

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform heavy work, including:
  • Lifting up to 100 lbs. occasionally, 50 lbs. frequently, and 20 lbs. constantly
  • Occasional climbing, crouching, grasping, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, stooping
  • Frequent balancing, typing, hearing, repetitive motion, computer use, standing, walking
  • Ability to see color and depth perception
  • Must pass fit testing

Workplace Hazards & Conditions:

• Occasional exposure to burns, chemicals, electrical hazards, mechanical hazards, and radiation
• Frequent exposure to bodily fluids and bloodborne pathogens
• Occasional exposure to noise, dust, fumes, gases, mists, and odors

Travel Requirements:

• Occasional travel may be required but is not a regular part of the role
  

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