LPN; Licensed Practical Nurse; Hospital - NYC - GR

Job Description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with at least two (2) years of recent acute care/hospital nursing experience to join our healthcare team. The LPN will provide direct patient care under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) and physicians, delivering safe, high-quality care to patients with acute medical and surgical conditions. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced hospital environment, demonstrates strong clinical judgment, and is committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct nursing care to patients in accordance with established care plans and hospital policies.
• Monitor, assess, and document patient conditions, vital signs, and changes in status, reporting findings promptly to the RN or provider.
• Administer prescribed medications, treatments, and injections within the LPN scope of practice.
• Perform wound care, dressing changes, specimen collection, catheter care, and other nursing procedures.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility, hygiene, and comfort measures.
• Prepare patients for diagnostic testing, treatments, and procedures.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Collaborate with physicians, RNs, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients and families regarding medications, treatments, discharge instructions, and disease management.
• Adhere to infection prevention, patient safety, HIPAA, and hospital regulatory standards.
• Respond appropriately to changes in patient condition and assist during medical emergencies as directed.

Qualifications:

• Current, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
• Minimum of two (2) years of recent acute care or hospital nursing experience required.
• Current BLS certification (ACLS preferred, if applicable).
• Experience caring for medical-surgical, telemetry, orthopedic, or other acute care patient populations preferred.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
• Strong assessment, communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary hospital environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Associate's Degree - required

About RSC Healthcare

Launched in 2018, RSC Healthcare is an RSC Solutions company created to focus on recruiting and staffing across all positions in the healthcare industry. Our knowledgeable staff brings multiple decades of experience within the healthcare industry to assist clients in attaining the highest quality talent in the marketplace.

By leveraging RSC Healthcare’s extensive database and experienced recruiting team for candidate healthcare positions, our clients realize both substantial cost-savings and a streamlined, efficient process. We provide staffing for all levels and positions across your organization, including:

Registered Nurses
Physical/Occupational Therapists
Certified Nursing Assistants
Radiology Technicians
All skilled medical and allied health professionals

As a leader in the healthcare staffing industry, it is our goal is to connect patients with quality caregivers. Our experienced team and industry knowledge allow RSC Healthcare to deliver the qualified healthcare professionals our clients need.

About RSC Healthcare Launched in 2018, RSC Healthcare is an RSC Solutions company created to focus on recruiting and staffing across all positions in the healthcare industry. Our knowledgeable staff brings multiple decades of experience within the healthcare industry to assist clients in attaining the highest quality talent in the marketplace. By leveraging RSC Healthcare’s extensive database and experienced recruiting team for candidate healthcare positions, our clients realize both substantial cost-savings and a streamlined, efficient process.

We provide staffing for all levels and positions across your organization, including:
Registered Nurses Physical/Occupational Therapists Certified Nursing Assistants Radiology Technicians All skilled medical and allied health professionals As a leader in the healthcare staffing industry, it is our goal is to connect patients with quality caregivers. Our experienced team and industry knowledge allow RSC Healthcare to deliver the qualified healthcare professionals our clients need.