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Neighborhood Health Center, WNY Licensed Practical Nurse in Buffalo, New York
Neighborhood Health Center (NHC) is GROWING and actively seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse. The LPN will have responsibilities that include, but are not limited to, administering medications and providing treatment prescribed by providers. For more than 30 years, NHC has delivered quality healthcare to the communities we serve.Neighborhood Health Center is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC).Responsibilities:Performs nursing tasks and responsibilities within the framework of case finding, health teaching, health counseling and provision of supportive and restorative care under direction of a registered professional nurse or licensed physician.Administer medications and provide treatments prescribed by providersPerforms immunizations and injectionsAssists in facilitating patient flow for the provider to ensure a seamless and efficient patient flowMaintains the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc.Performs all CLIA waiver tests and ensures all tests are up to dateDemonstrates proper placement and documentation of PPDComplies patient information in the absence of an RN and consults with medical providerRequirements: Graduated from an accredited one or two year nursing schoolMust possess a current NYS License as a Practical NurseMust have current CPR certificationExceptional attention to detail and follow-throughSuperb organizational skillsStrong influencing skillsSelf-starter with the ability to work proactively and take initiativeResults-oriented; creative and persistent in accomplishing tasksSolutions-driven with a systems orientationHighly responsive, timely, accurate and thorough in follow-up and follow-throughThere are many fantastic benefits to a career at Neighborhood Health Center. We offer employees a kind, diverse, team-based work environment with competitive compensation and potential bonus, as well as comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, life insurance, 403b match, health savings accounts, generous paid time off and loan forgiveness, if applicable. Neighborhood Health Center is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to the practice of equity and inclusion.
Minimum Salary: 22.50 Maximum Salary: 28.50 Salary Unit: Hourly