Licensed Practical Nurse (71150)
Salary: $38.46 - $41.21 Hourly
Location: Brooklyn, NY, NY
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202600377
Department: Health Services
Closing: 10/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
About Pratt
Pratt Institute provides the creative leaders of tomorrow the professional knowledge and experience to make a better world. A world-class and internationally ranked college with programs in art, design, architecture, liberal arts and sciences, and information studies, Pratt offers nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
The Institute's impact expands beyond its 25-acre residential campus in Brooklyn to cutting-edge facilities throughout the borough, a landmark building and public gallery in Manhattan, as well as an extension campus, Pratt Munson College of Art and Design in Utica, New York. On Governors Island, Pratt is a core partner on the Stony Brook University team selected to develop the New York Climate Exchange, a research and educational hub poised to establish New York City as the global leader for the most pressing issue of our time: climate change. Another extension of Pratt's campus is the Research Yard, a 20,000-square-foot facility that brings together the research activities of Pratt Institute under one roof in the Brooklyn Navy Yard (BNY).
Since our founding in 1887, Pratt has upheld the belief that education should be accessible to all who wish to learn. As a community, we define ourselves as standard setters who are:
- Resourceful and collaborative problem solvers,
- Socially responsible and equity-centered creatives,
- Adaptable and resilient global stewards,
- Inquisitive and compassionate community members.
Description
Pratt Health Services is seeking a full-time
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide high-quality nursing care in a college health clinic serving a diverse student population. Working Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM, the LPN will support Nurse Practitioners by triaging students, administering medications and immunizations (including MMR, Tdap, flu), performing point-of-care testing, maintaining accurate EHR documentation, and assisting with daily clinical operations. The role also includes reviewing student health and immunization records, health insurance navigation, clinical administrative support tasks, managing clinical supplies, providing health education, and participating in campus wellness initiatives and seasonal vaccination clinics. Candidates must hold current LPN licensure, CPR/BLS certification, and have a minimum of 2 years of direct patient care experience; experience in student health, ambulatory care, or with adolescent/young adult populations is preferred.
Examples of Duties
- Triage and provide nursing care to students in a fast-paced clinic environment
- Administer medications, immunizations (MMR, Tdap, influenza), PPD testing, and perform point-of-care testing within LPN scope of practice
- Assist with patient intake, rooming, and discharge
- Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic health record (EHR)
- Review student health and immunization records for compliance
- Manage clinical supplies, vaccine inventory, and temperature logs
- Provide health education on common illnesses, preventive care, STIs, and contraception
- Support student health insurance inquiries and administrative processes
- Participate in campus outreach events and seasonal vaccination clinics (occasional evenings/weekends)
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
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Graduate of an accredited LPN program
- Current, unrestricted LPN licensure
- Current BLS/CPR and First Aid certification
Minimum of two (2) years of direct patient care experience
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Preferred Qualifications
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Associate degree
- Experience in student health, ambulatory care, urgent care, or medical-surgical settings
Experience working with adolescent or young adult populations
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Skills & Competencies
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Strong clinical and triage skills
- Proficiency with electronic health records
- Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills
- Ability to thrive in a high-volume clinical environment
Commitment to patient advocacy, confidentiality, and culturally responsive care
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Benefits:
Medical
Dental
Vision
HSA
Company Sponsored Basic Life & AD&D
Company Sponsored Long Term Disability
Flex Spending Account (Health, Dependant Care)
Commuter Benefits (Transit & Parking)
Disability (NYS)
Voluntary Short Term Disability
Voluntary Life Insurance
403B Retirement Plan
Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off (Vac & Sick)
Supplemental Information:
Health Services is committed to providing inclusive, high-quality care to the Pratt community.
For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter.
**Professional references will be requested later in the interview process. Candidates should be prepared to provide at least three professional references, including two current or former managers/supervisors. We encourage submitting up to five references total to ensure alternate contacts are available if needed.
**Please Note: We are currently unable to support new H-1b visas for candidates residing outside of the United States.**
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pratt Institute recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.
At Pratt, we prioritize equity and have established a systematic approach to guarantee fair treatment for everyone. If your background and expertise align with the requirements of the position, you will be contacted for further instructions.
To apply, visit: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/pratt/jobs/5406298/licensed-practical-nurse-71150
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