Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Buffalo, NY


Jericho Road Community Health Center Posted: 2024-11-18

Buffalo, NY 14213

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Salary Range: $25.00 an hour

Jericho Road Community Health Center is actively seeking an LPN. This position is full-time, within the health
nursing department working across our Barton, Broadway, Doat, and Breckenridge locations.

Open House:
We will be holding open interviews on Thursday, November 21, 2024, from 3:30pm-6:30pm at 184 Barton
Street, Buffalo, NY 14213.

Work with a Purpose
Jericho Road Community Health Center offers the chance to be a part of something greater. For those who want
to make a lasting impact, while working alongside a diverse, talented team, Jericho Road provides a fulfilling
environment where every role contributes toward a shared vision of dignity and security for all. The work is more
than just a job. You have the ability to make a substantial difference in the lives of people who need it the most
every day. As a federally qualified health center (FQHC), the organization’s mission is deeply rooted in caring for
the community and advocating for health equity. With a vision for healthy individuals, families, and communities,
Jericho Road addresses the underlying causes of poverty and inequality, working toward a world characterized
by respect, dignity, and social justice. The organization’s global programs allow employees to engage in
meaningful cross-cultural exchanges and hands-on experiences, creating bonds across borders.

Why Jericho: Jericho Road values both work and life. The option for a flexible 40-hour workweek is possible.
Jericho offers competitive pay and benefits including medical (single-high coverage paid in full by employer),
HSA, dental, vision, employer paid life insurance benefit, supplemental insurances, tuition discounts, generous
paid time off, the opportunity for global travel to our three global health clinics, and loan forgiveness for
applicable positions.

Responsibilities:
• Provide direct patient care from birth on in a busy FQHC
• Demonstrate knowledge of current standards of practice and perform current nursing practice
expectations within established guidelines.
• Provide direct patient care as assigned and qualified to perform.
• Work collaboratively with clinician (MD, NP, PA, CNM, DO) to provide excellent clinical care.
• Perform medical treatments (medication and vaccine administration) as prescribed by a medical
provider.
• Collect samples (i.e. blood, urine, stool or sputum) from patients and perform routine laboratory tests
(i.e. lead, hgb, glucose, strep)
• Prepare patients for examinations, testing, or treatments for all visit types
• Perform EKG and spirometry
• Administer vaccinations according to NYS and CDC guidelines for adult and pediatric patients
• Administer IM medications as ordered (Toradol, B12, Phenergan, Cetriaxone, etc)
• Conduct telephonic communication with patients regarding test results and follow up care needs
Qualifications:
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program with a current NYS state licensure as a LPN.
• Direct experience in primary care (preferred but not required).
• Reliable transportation between sites required.
• Current CPR and Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

Hourly Rate: $25.00 an hour. Individual compensation is based on various factors unique to each candidate,
including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other position related components.

Job postings are not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. You will be expected to perform different tasks
as necessitated or required by your changing role within the organization and the overall business objectives of
the organization.

Jericho Road is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality
of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide
range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone

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