LPN - Float Pool Per diem Day

Works under the supervision of the RN Team Leader, functioning within the team to provide total patient care. Assists the registered nurse in planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care of assigned patients. Performs clinical procedures permitted within the scope of practice and in accordance with Nursing Department policies.

Responsibilities

• Assists the RN Team Leader in utilizing the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Keeps RN Team Leader informed regarding problems and needs of the district.
• Utilizes equipment and technology to implement nursing interventions and/or treatments according to hospital practices and policies.
• Recognizes changes in patients' physical and psychosocial conditions and reports findings to RN.
• Assists in evaluating the quality and outcome of patient care.
• Provides care for patients undergoing clinical procedures.
• Administers medication safely and within the scope of practice and established protocols.
• Performs procedures related to diseases/conditions in accordance with established policies and within scope of practice.
• Promotes cooperation, a positive attitude, and creates a safe environment for both patients and staff.
• Responsible for knowing and adhering to established hospital policies and procedures, including all aspects of safety.
• May require travel to other locations to support operational needs.
• May be required to wear respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
• Position may be designated as “essential,” requiring presence during institutional emergencies.

Requirements

• Current New York State Licensed Practical Nurse License.
• BLS Certification from American Heart Association.
• Excellent interpersonal, telephone, and computer skills.
• Ability to function independently.
• Standing and walking 90% of the time.
• Ability to lift patients with or without assistance.

Pay

Starting salary: $39.7793 per hour.

Schedule

Per Diem

About the Organization

Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, part of Stony Brook Medicine, provides direct access to academic-based medical care. Located in the village of Southampton, the hospital serves a diverse community of year-round residents, second homeowners, and vacationers. The population ranges from about 75,000 in the winter to over 300,000 in the summer. The hospital has been recognized as a Long Island Top Workplace by Newsday among large employers.

StaffCo, a Professional Employer Organization (PEO), is the employer of Stony Brook Southampton employees, responsible for employment functions, payroll, human resources, and benefits. Employees are private sector employees of StaffCo, not public sector employees of SUNY.