Licensed Practical Nurse - Float - Full Time - Days -(UTICA, NY) at Mohawk Valley Health System summary:
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), I provide essential patient care that aligns with developmental needs while adhering to nursing standards and hospital policies. I am responsible for conducting assessments, managing pain, and educating patients and their families about care processes. My role also involves monitoring patient conditions, operating medical equipment, and collaborating closely with registered nurses and healthcare providers.
Job SummaryThe LPN provides care to patients in accordance with their developmental needs, following the standards of the Department of Nursing and in accordance with hospital policy and procedure.
Core Job Responsibilities- Perform complete assessment data collection, under the supervision of an RN and / or provider, on all patients
- Assess and reassess pain. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management
- Observe and identify adverse changes in patient condition and notifies appropriate RN and / or provider
- Maintains current knowledge of medications and their correct administration
- Interacts professionally with patient and family. Involves patient and family in patient education.
- Cleans and operates equipment correctly
- Perform other duties as required.
Licensure/Certification RequirementsREQUIRED:
- Current New York State Practical Nursing Registration.
- CPR
DisclaimerQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.
Job DetailsReq Id 90628
Department FLOATS
Shift Days
Shift Hours Worked 12.50
FTE 0.9
Work Schedule CWAT-UFCSM - 12 HR
Employee Status A1 - Full-Time
Union 2005 - CWA
Pay Range $19 - $25 Hourly
Keywords:
Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN, patient care, nursing, pain management, healthcare, patient education, New York nursing, medical assistance, nursing responsibilities
