Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), ElderONE (Full Time, Days/Evenings)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), ElderONE (Full Time, Days/Evenings)

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care, usually under the direction of a Registered Nurse, in accordance with established plans.

Responsibilities

• Conducts and documents a thorough observation of each patient's medical status upon admission and throughout the patient's course of treatment.
• Assists in the implementation of the patient's treatment plan under the direction of the RN.
• Provides routine nursing services for patients as directed by the RN.
• Complies with the evaluation, treatment, and documentation guidelines of the department.
• Completes required documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
• Provides regular patient status updates to the appropriate personnel.
• Attends and participates in department/facility meetings as required.
• Acts in compliance with hospital, regulatory, and professional standards and policies.
• Maintains clinical competency by pursuing continuing education opportunities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Licensure / Certification Skills

• Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing.
• Current LPN licensure in State of New York.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills highly desired.
• 1 year of experience working with a frail or elderly population preferred.

Physical Requirements: Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

Pay Range: $28.51 - $34.68

Rochester Regional Health