Licensed Practical Nurse

WorkFit Medical Staffing, PLLC is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for a 13-week contract in a Nursing and Rehabilitation facility located in The Southern Tier. Day shifts available.

Responsibilities

• Maintains professional competencies and fulfills job requirements for the professional licensed role within the respective department.
• Assists provider with requests to ensure expedited and efficient care delivery.
• Manages patient flow and assists the secretary with appropriate scheduling of patients.
• Completes follow-up phone calls and maintains a friendly and caring environment for patients.
• Applies healthcare practices as deemed competent by nursing educator and under the direction of a provider.
• Interprets, supports, and implements policies and procedures.
• Acts as a team player and works collaboratively within the team and organization.
• Assists with developing priorities, goals, and action plans.
• Responds to requests from the Department Manager.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to assist with evaluation of programs and services.
• Participates in department and/or system-wide team dynamic initiatives.
• Accurately records observations.
• Serves as a liaison for provider and patient/family.
• Identifies patient care problems and suggests solutions to enhance patient outcomes.
• Able to answer patient questions as appropriate when the provider is not present.
• Accurately obtains and documents vital signs.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved School of Practical Nursing with a permit or license (LPN) to practice in New York State.
• CPR certification required; BLS through The American Heart Association.
• Must provide diploma for the highest level of education.
• Must provide documentation of two doses of Varicella or a positive titer.

Pay

$32.00 - $34.00/hour