As part of the Montefiore Health System, we offer the quality of a premier academic medical center and the caring of a community hospital. We’re committed to the health and well-being of Rockland County’s residents and our team members.
Benefits include:
- Matching retirement savings plan
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Generous Paid Time Off (plus 8 holidays)
- The clinical excellence of the Montefiore Health System
- Equal Opportunity Employment
- Zero tolerance policy for discrimination, harassment and abuse
- Fair employment practices, including equal treatment in hiring, promotion, and compensation
- WE CARE code of conduct for all team members
A Great Place to Live
Just 35 miles from New York City, Rockland County offers friendly communities, natural beauty, outdoor pursuits, convenient shopping and easy access to New York City. While Rockland County has plenty to offer, both the mountains and the beach are within a few hours’ drive.
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a trained, healthcare professional who provides basic and routine care for patients. The LPN performs tasks and responsibilities within the framework of case finding, health teaching, health counseling, and provision of supportive and restorative care under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse. The above is accomplished with the utilization of effective communication skills with patients, significant others and members of the multidisciplinary health care team. Displays an understanding of the developmental needs of the patient when proving care and treatment.
Within the scope of practice, Licensed Practical Nurses in New York State do not have assessment privileges; they may not interpret patient clinical data or act independently on such data; they may not triage; they may not create, initiate, or alter nursing care goals or establish nursing care plans. Licensed Practical Nurses function by law in a dependent role at the direction of the RN.