Licensed Practical Nurse, IV Team

Bargaining Unit CSEA Job Summary The Department of Nursing at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse for the IV Team. Licensed Practical Nurses are licensed health care practitioners who provide direct nursing care in a variety of settings under the supervision of a registered nurse, physician, or other licensed health care provider in accordance with Article 139 of the Education Law. Incumbents perform nursing care tasks and procedures consistent with individual treatment plans, administer medications as prescribed, observe and report patients’ responses to treatment and changes in health status, attend to patients’ personal needs, such as activities of daily living and hygiene tasks, and provide emotional support and health teaching. Illustrative Duties Under the direction of a registered nurse, physician, or other licensed health care provider, performs nursing care tasks and procedures consistent with individual treatment plans and scope of practice to maintain health, prevent and cure illness and injury, and alleviate suffering. Assists registered nurses, physicians, or other licensed health care providers in the identification of individuals’ needs and participates in the development of plans to address goals. Administers medications and nursing procedures to individuals as prescribed. Obtains and records individuals’ temperatures, blood pressures, pulse rates, and other vital signs using standard instruments and procedures. Observes, monitors, and records individuals’ symptoms and conditions to obtain and provide information for diagnosis and treatment; identifies responses to medication or changes in health status; and reports such to a registered nurse, physician, or other licensed health care provider. Prepares individuals for or assists with examinations and treatments. Maintains charts and other records of individuals’ conditions and/or administered treatments. Attends to individuals’ personal needs, including activities of daily living and hygiene tasks such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and grooming. Talks to individuals, listens to their concerns and responses, and encourages them to cooperate and participate in treatment and rehabilitation activities. Educates and counsels individuals and/or families regarding their health, medications, treatment goals and procedures, and behavioral interactions as appropriate. May perform housekeeping tasks, such as changing linens, and assist other staff in cleaning activities to ensure a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment. Monitors supply inventories and completes requisition forms to ensure adequate supply levels. May observe and supervise the activities of unlicensed direct care staff, including the administration of medication, to ensure compliance with applicable requirements; and reports observations to higher-level staff. Required Qualifications Eligible for or possess a license and current registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State. Preferred Qualifications

55 B/C QUALIFICATIONS

Individuals certified eligible for the 55 B/C program under the Governor's Program to Hire Persons/Veterans with Disabilities pursuant to Section 55 B/C of the Civil Service Law will also be considered. To be considered, candidates must provide a copy of their letter of eligibility with their response. It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications may result in disqualification and removal from consideration. Work Schedule Variable Days; 6:30am to 2:30pm (Full-Time) Salary Grade/Rank

SG-10

Salary Range As per civil service guidelines Hiring Rate $45,081 Base Salary plus $4,000 Location Pay as well as $4,000 Geographic Differential Executive Order Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email at View email address on click.appcast.io. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University