GPN
Endicott, New York
You'll give basic nursing care under an RN's supervision while you wait for your LPN license.
- Unit and setting
- Wound-Care
- License
- LPN license Eligible to take the NCLEX-PN exam
- Term
- Permanent
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed
- License
- eligible to take the NCLEX-PN exam Eligible to take the NCLEX-PN exam
- Certification
- current CPR/BLS certification Current CPR/BLS certification (often required)
- Also asks
- completed accredited practical nursing program Completion of an accredited Practical Nursing program
What it pays
- Pay reviews
- rate rises to $28.50 - $35.50 after licensure After licensure rate will increase to $28.50 - $35.50
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- bathing, dressing, feeding and mobility assistance Provide basic patient care, including bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility assistance
- Day to day
- vital signs measurement and recording Measure and record vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure)
- Day to day
- wound care and simple medical procedures Assist with wound care and simple medical procedures
- Day to day
- medication administration under supervision Administer medications only as permitted under supervision and state guidelines
- Details
- cannot practice independently until fully licensed as an LPN Cannot practice independently until fully licensed as an LPN
Support on this unit
- Nurse to patient
- staffing ratios leave room for GPN orientation and mentorship With our ratios, we have the bandwidth to provide excellent orientation and mentorship.
The workplace
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Your fit
Questions to ask
- Can you walk me through differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Original listing
Posted on Absolut Center of Endicott’s careers page.
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Graduate Practical Nurse (GPN)
Position Summary
A Graduate Practical Nurse (GPN) is a recent nursing program graduate who is awaiting licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in New York State. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the GPN provides basic nursing care and supports patient treatment plans in healthcare settings
Key Responsibilities
Provide basic patient care, including bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility assistance
Measure and record vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure)
Assist with wound care and simple medical procedures
Administer medications only as permitted under supervision and state guidelines
Monitor patient conditions and report changes to supervising RN
Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
Support infection control and safety protocols
Assist patients with daily living activities (ADLs)
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members
Supervision
Works under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse
Cannot practice independently until fully licensed as an LPN
GPNs are welcome! With our ratios, we have the bandwidth to provide excellent orientation and mentorship.
Requirements
Completion of an accredited Practical Nursing program
Eligible to take the NCLEX-PN exam
Current CPR/BLS certification (often required)
Skills & Competencies
Basic clinical and patient care skills
Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
Attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision
Compassion and patient-centered care approach
Pay range
GPN: ~$26–$28/hour
After licensure rate will increase to $28.50 - $35.50
Career Progression
Pass NCLEX-PN → Become LPN
Gain experience → specialize or move into higher-paying roles
Option to pursue RN (Associate or BSN)
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What's around it?
Endicott, NY
Living costs about 8% above the US average