LPN - Float Pool Per diem Night

Licensed Practical Nurse, or LPN, Works Under The Supervision Of The RN Team LeaderThe Licensed Practical Nurse, or LPN, works under the supervision of the RN Team Leader. Functions within the team to provide total patient care. Assists the registered nurse in planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care of assigned patients. Performs clinical procedures permitted within the scope of practice, and in accordance with the policies of the Nursing Department. Promotes cooperation, a positive attitude and creates a safe environment for both patients and staff. Responsible for knowing and adhering to established hospital policies and procedures, including all aspects of safety.Job Duties & Essential Functions:Assists the RN Team Leader in utilizing the nursing process to provide patient care.Keeps RN Team Leader informed regarding problems and needs of district.Utilizes equipment and technology to implement nursing interventions and/or treatments according to Hospital practices and policies and procedures.Recognizes changes in patients' physical and psychosocial conditions and reports findings to RN.Assists in evaluating the quality and outcome of patient care.Provides care for patients undergoing clinical procedures.Administers medication safely and within the scope of practice and established protocols.Performs procedures related to diseases/conditions in accordance with established policies and procedures, and within scope of practice.Required Experience and Qualifications:Current New York State Licensed Practical Nurse License.BLS Certification from American Heart Association.Excellent interpersonal, telephone, and computer skills.Must possess ability to function independently.Standing, walking 90% of the time.Lifting patients with or without assistance.Company Overview:Stony Brook Southampton Hospital as part of Stony Brook Medicine provides direct access to the highest level of academic-based medical care. Located in the heart of the village of Southampton, two hours from New York City, the hospital provides healthcare services to a diverse community of year-round residents, second homeowners and vacationers. The population, about 75,000 in the winter months, increases sharply to more than 300,000 in the summer. Stony Brook Southampton Hospital has been recognized as a Long Island Top Workplace by Newsday among large employers (defined as having 500+ employees). Southampton Hospital