LPN - North Utica - Full Time - Days -(UTICA, NY)

About the role

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides general nursing care to patients, families and caregivers in the Medical Group practices. The LPN assists and advocates for the patient and families health in support of the patient centered approach and delivery model of care, and is an active care team member. Responsible for collaborating with physicians/providers, registered professional nurses and multidisciplinary care team members.

An LPN can perform tasks and responsibilities within the framework of case finding, health coaching, and supportive care under the direction of the registered professional nurse or licensed physician or licensed health care provider. Nursing shall perform in accordance with the standards outlined for Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the NYS Education Law, NYS Office of the Professions, and by the State Nurse Practice Act. A Licensed Practical Nurse will follow the mission, vision, I-CARE values, policies and procedures of Mohawk Valley Health System.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient measurements and collect patient data
• Record and report patient findings
• Prepare patient for patient examination and treatment
• Assist with examinations and treatment
• Perform tasks within the framework of supportive care, under the clinical direction of licensed health care provider or registered professional nurse
• Support self-care, self-management and the established plan of care
• Utilize standard precautions and practice at all times
• Maintain equipment, supplies, inventory, and a safe and clean work environment
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, mandatory in-services; reviewing publications and participating in department committee meetings or work groups
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives including continuing education, participation in system-wide and department specific teams
• Maintain a cooperative relationship among the healthcare team by effectively communicating information
• Respond to patient requests, communicates effectively to the licensed health care provider who can fulfill the patient request

Qualifications

Required: Graduate of an accredited school of licensed practical nursing program.

Preferred: Bachelor's or Master's of Science in Nursing from accredited nursing program.

Licensure & Certifications

Required: Current New York State licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse; Basic Life Support Certification - Must receive BLS certification within 6 weeks of hire date.

Pay

$22.00 - $32.00 Per Hour

Schedule

Days, 8-hour shifts, Full-Time