Rutland- Licenced Practical Nurse

Duties: Overview: Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician the LPN performs nursing duties in the care and treatment of patients on an assigned unit. The duties require the use of tact and judgment in the care and treatment of patients. May assist in the supervision of nonprofessional subordinates. Is cognizant of philosophy standards objectives and policies of the Nursing Department. Performs related duties as required. Responsibilities: Demonstrates proficient knowledge in the treatment of patients requiring nursing care. Uses available diagnostic results and other information to make an accurate evaluation. Applies knowledge of illnesses injuries and diseases and uses available resources in performing the nursing process. Performs timely comprehensive and accurate reevaluations and documentation at regular intervals as defined by the department when a significant change occurs in the residents condition and when otherwise warranted. Is considerate of residents privacy during the evaluation process. Contributes to an individualized and appropriate plan of care delineating measurable patient care goals Contributes to the plan of care making necessary changes as the condition of the patient indicates. Bases care decisions on resident needs and care priorities. Monitors patient outcomes. Monitor continued care needs for discharge and coordinates resources to meet postinstitutional requirement. Collaborate as appropriate with Care Manager physician and other clinical disciplines in planning interventions to meet resident and family needs in a timely manner.

Skills: Knowledge and Skills: Ability to work in surroundings with degree of dust noise etc. without undue discomfort Ability to hear talk walk stand bend and stretch Ability to read write and interpret documents Ability to sit for long periods of time at desk to perform job functions Ability to stand for long periods of time at required patient bedside and/or procedural areas Ability to communicate effectively with patients and/or coworkers May be exposed to mechanical/electrical/radiant/explosive/burn and chemical hazards May be required to handle dispose of and/or identify hazardous waste and hazardous materials May be required to operate and clean equipment May be required to handle/ assist in lifting patients onto/out of exam beds/procedure stations Must be trained in and knowledgeable of all Kingsbrook/Rutland policies and procedures pertaining to hazardous waste and hazardous materials and maintain qualifications applicable to assigned work Other: Knowledge of all codes and demonstrate understanding Physical Requirements: Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood body fluid and tissue. Normal routine involves no exposure to blood body fluid or tissue but potential for exposure.

Education: Education: Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing or completion of equivalent study in an approved program in professional nursing. Experience: Minimum one (1) year clinical experience preferred. Licenses Certifications: Current NYS LPN Licensure


Hours Per Day: 8.00
Hours Per Week: 40.00
Languages: English
Department: 9073 : RNH Nurs Sta 5N
Job Category: Clinical