Hospital LPN- Per Diem in GOUVERNEUR, New York at Rochester Regional Health

Job Title: Hospital LPN

Department: Med/Surg/Detox

Location: Gouverneur Hospital

Hours Per Week: Per Diem

Schedule: 12-hour variable shifts

SUMMARY: The licensed practical nurse performs tasks and responsibilities within the framework of case finding, health teaching, health counseling, and provision of supportive and restorative care under the direction of a licensed health care provider.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collects patient data related to patient and family needs

• Performs tasks related to the comprehensive plan of care involving the patient and the family.

• Performs and documents direct patient and family centered care according to nursing standards of practice.

• Responds to patient conditions to achieve positive patient outcomes.

• Performs tasks related to discharge planning to ensure safe and appropriate transition of care.

• Supervise unlicensed team members in the delivery of care.

• Provides world class customer service to patients and families.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program

• Current, unrestricted New York State licensed practical nurse license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• One year of post-licensure practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

PAY RANGE: $30.16 - $42.30

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, clinical licensure date, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.