Licensed Practical Nurse
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
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Job Description
Licensed Practical Nurse (Second Shift)
Job Type: Regular Company: Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Department: Nursing - 7 North Time Type: Full time Weekly Hours: 40 Fte: 1 Shift: Second Shift
Summary
Performs patient care, health teaching, and health counseling in an oncology setting, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or other licensed independent provider. Assists in individualizing patient care to help patients adapt to their disease process and achieve the highest level of wellness. Performs routine nursing care procedures, screens patients, performs venipuncture, and monitors plateletpheresis and whole blood donor procedures. Maintains donor and product safety, ensuring compliance with State and Federal procedure regulations. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
- License or permit to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New York.
- Graduation from an accredited practical nursing school’s LPN program.
Note: Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited school, college, or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices.
Key skills/competency
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Oncology
- Patient Care
- Health Teaching
- Health Counseling
- Nursing Procedures
- Venipuncture
- Donor Procedures
- Product Safety
- RN Supervision
How to Get Hired at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your LPN license, oncology experience, and patient care skills specific to the job description.
- Emphasize New York LPN license: Clearly state your active and valid LPN license for New York State on your application and resume.
- Showcase oncology passion: Demonstrate your commitment to cancer care and patient support in your cover letter and interview responses.
- Prepare for interview questions: Be ready to discuss your experience with patient care, health teaching, and adherence to safety protocols in an oncology setting.
- Highlight core values alignment: Connect your personal values with Roswell Park's core values of Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Compassion, and Respect.
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