Licensed Practical Nurse - CHS

Licensed Practical Nurse

NYC Health + Hospitals is the largest public health care system in the nation. We are a network of 11 hospitals, trauma centers, neighborhood health centers, nursing homes, post-acute care centers, and correctional health services. Our health system provides essential services to 1.4 million New Yorkers every year in more than 70 locations across the city's five boroughs. Our diverse workforce of more than 42,000 employees are uniquely focused on empowering New Yorkers. NYC Health + Hospitals/Correctional Health Services is one of the nation's leading correctional health care systems in quality of and innovations to care, and access from pre-arraignment through compassionate release. In-jail services include medical, nursing, mental health, substance use treatment, social work, dental and vision care, discharge planning, and reentry support. In addition to providing direct patient care in the jails, CHS leverages the resources of the nation's largest municipal health care system to help discharged patients successfully return to their communities. CHS is also a pivotal partner in New York City's criminal justice reform efforts.

Work Shifts

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Scheduling Notes: Nurses are required to work every other weekend. RMSC Facility at Rikers Island

Duties & Responsibilities

Nurses work in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to provide patients with care, education, and support. LPNs participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care, based on the objectives, standards, and policies of practical nursing. LPNs work under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or Physician. Responsibilities: Maintains a comfortable, orderly, safe, and clean environment for patients. Measures & records patients' vital signs (such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, food/fluid input/output, etc.) in the electronic health record. Assists with bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene of the patient. Monitors catheters. Dresses wounds. Assists with patient positioning, standing, walking, and transferring. Collect samples of blood and/or urine for testing. Performs routine laboratory tests as ordered. Prepares, administers, and documents prescribed medications via the ordered route. Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments according to the policy regarding medication administration. Assists in relevant patient teaching. Records all care information concisely, accurately, completely, promptly, in the appropriate format, and on the appropriate forms/templates Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on the assignment setting Direct care provided by unlicensed staff. Upholds HIPAA regulations. Floats among various clinical services, where qualified. Punctual and dependent on assigned/confirmed shifts. EMERGENCY RESPONSE Responding to/addressing medical emergencies, such as falls, heart attacks, strokes, burns, and recovering post-operative patients. Provide clinically appropriate care as directed by the Registered Nurse and/or Physician. When clinically indicated, provide care, such as CPR, AED, prevent shock, control severe bleeding, prevent spinal damage, etc. Monitor patients' condition and keep it stable while en route to the clinic. Aid in the preparation of the transfer of patients by Urgicare and/or EMS to the emergency units or hospitals. Document the medical treatment that is given to the patient. Keep the equipment clean after use; check and replace damaged and used supplies. Collaborate with the pharmacy to replenish supplies. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Ability to lift fifty (50) pounds. Moving, lifting, or transferring patients may involve lifting up to 100 pounds. Ability to stand for extended periods. Fine motor skills. Visual acuity.

Minimum Qualifications

Currently licensed or otherwise duly authorized to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New York.

Department Preferences

Graduate of an accredited LPN program. Licensed Practical Nurse currently registered to practice in New York State. Demonstrated clinical competence and skills in problem-solving, communication, priority-setting, and interpersonal relationships) with experience in clinical nursing practice as a medical/surgical, behavioral health, or correctional health nursing experience preferred. Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development through attendance at continuing education in-service sessions and participation in professional/organizational committees/councils. Basic Life Support Certification is required; ACLS is encouraged.

Benefits

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes: Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week Retirement Savings and Pension Plans Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities College Savings Program Union Benefits for eligible titles Multiple employee discounts programs Commuter Benefits Programs

How To Apply

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