Licensed Practical Nurse Yonkers, NY, Posted
Listed on 2026-01-17
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, LPN/LVN
Location: City of Yonkers
Sun River Health provides the highest quality of comprehensive primary, preventative and behavioral health services to all who seek it, regardless of insurance status and ability to pay, especially for the underserved and vulnerable. Sun River Health is a Federally Qualified, Non-Profit Health Center serving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia and Westchester County. Sun River Health is currently seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse to support our Yonkers Valentine Lane site.
A Licensed Practical Nurse renders nursing care to patients, within unit of the Center or authorized community site, in support of medical care as directed by the medical staff and pursuant to the objectives and policies of the Center. She/he will perform job duties in compliance with systems and job specific stands, and additional duties or tasks as assigned.
Job type: full-time
Pay: $29.00 - $32.22 per hour
Sign On Bonus: $2,700 (Conditions Apply)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a Licensed Practical Nurse:- Interviews and maintains patient’s medical record to include: nursing observation; health history to include past and present use of medication; vital signs; vision/hearing tests; medications and treatments given;
Reactions to tests i.e. PPD measurements; laboratory test results, utilizes patient identifiers. (PEAs, PhQ, Pain, Smoke Status, etc.) CDSS and ensure that CVRs are completed as needed. - Perform in-house labs, collect specimens for out side labs perform quality control in accordance with organizational protocols.
- Complete and update all assigned tasks & logs.
- Initiates follow-up as necessary (as directed by provider) i.e. encounter, labs, close non-billables, etc.
- Does health teaching as indicated by physician, diagnosis and/or inquires by patient. Directs patient to Registered Nurse as necessary.
- Will collect data on patients under supervision of the Registered Nurse or provider. May not triage; may not interpret patient clinical data or act independently on such data.
Minimum Education Requirement:
High school diploma/ GED
Preferred Education Requirement:
Vocational/ Technical School/ Diploma Program - Nursing
Minimum Work Related
Experience:
0-1 year
Preferred Work Related
Experience:
2-4 years
- Valid New York State LPN License
- CPR Certification
- Infection Control Certification
Sun River Health has a rich history of providing quality, affordable health care to communities in need. Founded in the early 1970s by four African American women in Peekskill, New York, the organization was established to address the lack of accessible health services in their community. With the help of a small federal grant, the first Sun River Health site opened its doors in 1975.
Over the years, Sun River Health has grown into a comprehensive Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) system with over 45 locations, serving more than 250,000 patients across the Hudson Valley, New York City and Long Island. Our exceptional primary care practitioners, specialists and support staff are dedicated to delivering high-quality care to all individuals, regardless of their ability to pay.
In December 2018, Sun River Health expanded its reach by merging with Brightpoint Health, an FQHC network offering integrated medical, behavioral and social support services in New York City. This merger allowed us to enhance our services and continue our mission under the unified name of Sun River Health.
At Sun River Health, we believe in fostering a culture of wellness, inclusivity and recognition. Our Workforce Wellness Program promotes staff wellness through ongoing challenges and activities, encouraging participation and rewarding engagement. We celebrate our staff's dedication and person-centered spirit through the Planetree Recognition Awards, which honor innovation, leadership and community spirit. We are committed to creating a supportive and collaborative work environment where all team members can thrive.
Our values of respect, integrity and excellence guide our interactions with patients and colleagues alike, ensuring that everyone receives the care and…
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