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POSITION PURPOSE

Contributes to the delivery of patient-centered care through the effective implementation of specific aspects of the nursing process considering age specific maturational cultural and spiritual needs. The care rendered to assigned patients is congruent with the education and licensure of the LPN and is under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Demonstrates unit/area designated competencies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Performs specific nursing interventions as delegated by the Registered Nurse in an effort to identify and attain treatment goals.

2. Obtains necessary clinical data from patient family or significant other.

3. Uses interdisciplinary plan of care as the framework for care rendered (including the administration of medications).

4. All duties and skills of the PCT job description.

5. Examples of functions that may be delegated by the Registered Nurse are listed below in (6)-(14):

6. Administers medications to patients orally rectally intra-muscularly or subcutaneously.

7. Monitors effects of medications; records medications given and patients reactions.

8. Venipuncture blood cultures bleeding times.

9. Blood specimens from venipuncture intermittent infusion devices (e.g. heplocks saline locks).

10. Start prime disconnect IV lines and may regulate dripping.

11. Tracheal suctioning NMTs routine oxygen therapy pulse oximetry.

12. Flush intermittent infusion devices (e.g. heplocks saline locks) as a function of blood drawing.

13. Insertion and discontinuation of indwelling urinary catheterization and intermittent clean catheterization.

14. Neurovascular checks.

15. Neurologic checks.

16. Responds to patient requests in a timely fashion.

17. Always introduces self and explains patient care role.

18. Responsible for maintaining knowledge of policy and procedures. Participates in unit activities to improve quality care.

19. Answer phones.

20. Maintain clean environment for patient visitors and fellow associates.

21. Seeks ongoing learning experiences in order to keep current with practice and promote self-growth.

22. Cleans and maintains equipment and supplies according to procedures and assure adequate supplies.

23. Completes other duties as assigned.

24. Maintains good rapport and cooperative relationships. Approaches conflict in a constructive manner. Helps to identify problems offer solutions and participate in their resolution.

25. Maintains the confidentiality of information acquired pertaining to patient physicians colleagues and visitors to Trinity Health facilities. Discusses patient and hospital information only among appropriate personnel in appropriately private places.

26. Behaves in accordance with the Code of Conduct Service Excellence Standards and the Mission Vision and Values of SJMH.

27. Assumes responsibility for performance of job duties in the safest possible manner to assure personal safety and that of coworkers and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately to management.

OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Participates in or contributes to nursing or hospital research projects by assisting with data collection supporting the patient in his/her decision to participate.

Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Education: Requires high school diploma or equivalent and one year of specialized nursing education. Experience: 2 years previous experience.

Certification/Licensure: Requires active license to practice as LPN

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Ability to apply nursing techniques within defined responsibilities to meet patient and family needs.

2. Awareness of the New York State Nurse Practice Act the role of LPNs and relationship to RNs.

3. Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with patients families and coworkers.

4. Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for over 50% of work time.

5. Ability to walk and stand for approximately 51% to 80% of work time.

6. Ability to lift turn and position patients frequently.

Whats in it for you

• Flexible Scheduling
• Premium Pay
• Variety of Practice Settings
• Learning Opportunities
• Minimum Commitment
• Online Self-Scheduling

Pay Range: $15.84. Pay is based on experience skills and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Job Details:

Location: St. Peters Hospital Albany NY

Start Date: ASAP

Weeks: 13

Hours: 3x12

Shift: Night

Gross Weekly Rate: $1584.00

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.