Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

  • Syracuse
  • Nursing Support
  • Full-time
  • Opening on: Jul 17 2025
  • CG-5W-Inpatient Psychiatry
  • State of New York
  • T&RC Licensed Practical Nurse, SG010
  • 85465
  • CSEA - ISU (Institutional Services Unit)

Job Summary:

Administers care that is individualized and is consistent with the plan of care and with standards of care/practice (Reports to RN any change in patient condition, administers medications, functions independently, within area of practice); Demonstrates clinical skills for work area (completes unit specific skills/competencies; Demonstrates knowledge of normal growth and development in the delivery of care; Incorporates patient/family/significant other teaching into routine care under the direction of the RN; Adjusts work routine to meet changing unit and patient conditions; Fosters team building spirit (assist new staff members integration into the team; Contributes to plan of care, as well as implementation of plan; Maintains a safe working environment; Fosters a positive public relations with patients, families and staff. Medication administration, obtaining vital signs, drawing blood, obtaining EKG's, hands on nursing care and some heavy lifting required. Current CPR, 1 year post licensure nursing experience preferred.

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must possess or be eligible to obtain a license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State.

Preferred Qualifications:

Work Days:

Evenings- every other weekend and some holidays

Message to Applicants:

Internal applicants only considered for the first 10 days of posting.

Recruitment Office:

Nursing Recruitment Office

Executive Order:

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.              

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.

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