LPN

**Employment Type:** Part time **Shift:** **Description:** Our Birthplace/ Labor & Deliver unit is comprised of eight Labor/Delivery/Recovery rooms, nine Triage/Recovery beds, and three Labor/Delivery/Recovery/Postpartum rooms designated as the Birthplace. We also have two surgical delivery rooms. A total of 20 beds facilitates family centered care for low and high risk antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum mothers and newborns. St. Joseph's Health is one of only two hospitals in New York State to be recognized in Newsweek's 2021 list of Best Maternity Hospitals. Nationally, only 217 facilities met Leapfrog safety standards for excellence in maternity care by following important protocols to protect moms and babies and maintaining low rates of C-section, episiotomy and early elective deliveries. In addition, we provide surgical procedures and triage for GYN patients. Specialized training is provided for all aspects of obstetrical and GYN care. Varying Shifts Available + Our Birthplace/ Labor & Deliver unit is comprised of eight Labor/Delivery/Recovery rooms, nine Triage/Recovery beds, and three Labor/Delivery/Recovery/Postpartum rooms designated as the Birthplace. We also have two surgical delivery rooms. A total of 20 beds facilitates family centered care for low and high risk antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum mothers and newborns. St. Joseph's Health is one of only two hospitals in New York State to be recognized in Newsweek's 2021 list of Best Maternity Hospitals. Nationally, only 217 facilities met Leapfrog safety standards for excellence in maternity care by following important protocols to protect moms and babies and maintaining low rates of C-section, episiotomy and early elective deliveries. In addition, we provide surgical procedures and triage for GYN patients. Specialized training is provided for all aspects of obstetrical and GYN care. **Organization Highlights:** + Recognized Leader: First Magnet Designated Hospital in Syracuse, highlighting our professional nursing staff. + Shared Governance: Unit practice counsel and open-door guiding principle gives all our nurses a voice. + Professional Relationships: Strong rapport with the hospitalist physician group. + Advancement: Strong orientation program and generous tuition allowance. + Work/Life: Patterned, predictive scheduling options to balance your work/life and school calendars. + We encourage job share opportunities to enhance satisfaction and growth. **What you will do:** + Provide family centered therapeutic nursing interventions, hands on skills, family/caregiver education, goal setting, critical thinking and care planning. + Collaborative team approach: Our interdisciplinary team of staff includes, OB providers, certified nurse midwives, anesthesiologists, certified registered nurse anesthetists, registered nurses, lactation consultants, OB technicians, social workers, and spiritual care. + Participate in precepting and mentoring students and new staff. **Responsibilities:** + Ensures quality nursing care is rendered to all patients in accordance with the New York Nurse Practice Act, National Standards of Practice, and Nursing and Clinical Service standards of care and practice. + Utilizing the Nursing Process, plans, directs and supervises the care of patients in addition to being involved in the provision of direct care of patients and families. **Mission Statement:** + We, St Joseph's Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities. **Vision:** + To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes. **Core Values:** + In the spirit of good _Stewardship,_ we heal by practicing _Justice_ in fostering right relationships to promote common good, _Reverence_ in honoring the dignity of every person, _Excellence_ in expecting the best of ourselves and others; _Integrity_ in being faithful to who we say we are. **Education, Training, Experience, Certification and Licensure:** + Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and current LPN licensure, or eligibility for licensure, in the State of New York. + One year of clinical experience with medication administration preferred + Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise. + Current BLS & CPR certifications **Work Environment and Hazards:** + Clinical setting. Exposure Class I **Physical Demands:** + Medium work: must be able to lift 25 pounds frequently; occasionally lifting maximum of 50 pounds. Will require ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat and reach. **Work Contact Group:** + All services, medical staff, patients, visitors, and various regulatory and professional agencies.Pay Range: $27.85-$35.87Pay 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 + Purpose Purpose **Attachments** + Job Description PurposeJob Description PurposeThe Nursing Support (NS) colleague (uncertified, certified, unlicensed, or licensed) provides safe, quality health care services & / or assistance to patients under the supervision & direction of a registered nurse or other designated health care professional in accordance with level of experience, education, policies & procedures.Note: "patients" refers to patients, clients, residents, participants, customers, members **Attachments** **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. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions. Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity. EOE including disability/veteran