Licensed Practical Nurse - Ambulatory Care

About the role

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and indirect nursing care individualized to the patient’s needs.
• Collects and records relevant patient health data accurately.
• Evaluates health data to identify patient problems.
• Implements and documents specified interventions.
• Identifies deviations from expected patient outcomes.
• Adheres to approved, research-based practice standards.
• Performs and documents Point of Care (POC) testing and quality control in accordance with established laboratory policies and procedures.
• Maintains and documents testing reagents/supplies and equipment according to established laboratory procedures.
• Advocates for patients to ensure that care preserves and protects the patient’s autonomy, dignity and rights.
• Delivers care in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to patient diversity.
• Assures that patients have informed consent signed for indicated procedures.
• Practices within the New York State-defined LPN scope of practice 100% of the time.
• Acquires and maintains current knowledge and skills in his/her area of practice.
• Performs other duties as requested and observed by supervisor or manager.
• May be required to make home visits.

Education

• Graduate of a Practical Nursing program.

Experience

• Previous healthcare experience.

License/Certifications

• Current NYS LPN License and registration as a Practical Nurse or a valid interim permit.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Skills

• Clinical Skills
• Multi-Tasking
• Interacting with People
• Analysis & Evaluation
• Take Initiative

Physical Requirements

• Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs, of force constantly to move objects.
• Occasional climbing, crouching, grasping, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, stooping, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), fit testing.
• Frequent balancing, typing/clerical/dexterity, hearing, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, walking.

Hazards

• Occasional burns, chemical, electrical, mechanical, radiation/radiant energy.
• Frequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure.

Working Conditions

• Occasional noise, dust, fumes, gases, mists, odors.

Travel

Occasional travel - the job may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability protection.
• Retirement benefits including an employer match.
• A sign-on bonus of $10,000 for full time LPNs.

Pay

Salary range: $24.74/Hr. – $37.10/Hr.