Licensed Practical Nurse - Ambulatory Care - Surgical/Urology

About the role

Join an innovative, patient-focused culture dedicated to improving the health and quality of life for the communities we serve. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Ambulatory Care, you will provide direct and indirect patient care under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician’s Assistant, or Physician, functioning as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team. Occasional home visits may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect nursing care tailored to individual patient needs.
• Collect and accurately record relevant patient health data.
• Evaluate health data to identify patient problems.
• Implement and document specified nursing interventions.
• Identify deviations from expected patient outcomes.
• Adhere to approved, research-based practice standards.
• Perform and document Point of Care (POC) testing and quality control in accordance with established laboratory policies and procedures.
• Maintain and document testing reagents, supplies, and equipment according to laboratory procedures.
• Advocate for patients to preserve their autonomy, dignity, and rights.
• Deliver care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner sensitive to patient diversity.
• Ensure patients have signed informed consent for indicated procedures.
• Maintain current licensure, certification, and competencies.
• Provide proof of current BLS validation to supervisor.
• Complete required unit credentialing according to departmental policy.
• Submit evidence of completion for all required annual training and competency validation.
• Practice within the New York State-defined LPN scope of practice 100% of the time.
• Acquire and maintain current knowledge and skills in your area of practice.
• Perform other duties as requested or observed by supervisor or manager.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Practical Nursing program (required).
• Previous healthcare experience (preferred).
• Current NYS LPN License and registration as a Practical Nurse or a valid interim permit (required).
• BLS certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire (required).

Skills

• Clinical skills.
• Multi-tasking.
• Interacting with people.
• Analysis and evaluation.
• 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 may be required, but not on a regular basis.

Benefits

Bassett Healthcare Network offers a comprehensive benefits package designed with employees' needs in mind. Many benefits are fully or largely employer-paid, including:

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability protection.
• Retirement benefits with an employer match.
• Additional benefits may vary by location and position.

Pay

Salary is based on qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation. The pay range for this position is:

• Minimum: $24.74 per hour
• Maximum: $37.10 per hour

A sign-on bonus of $10,000 is available for full-time LPNs. Current employees of Bassett Healthcare Network are not eligible. Additional details and eligibility requirements will be discussed during the interview process.