Licensed Practical Nurse - Outpatient in Schenectady, New York at Ellis Medicine

The Licensed Practical Nurse under the general supervision of the Registered Professional Nurse is responsible to utilize the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation) in coordinating the delivery of nursing care. The LPN will directly supervise Technicians and/or Assistants on their assigned unit. Activities include basic hygiene and comfort needs, nutrition and fluid balance including tube feeding and monitoring IV fluids, medication administration consistent with scope of practice and regulatory requirements, reinforcement of the established teaching plan and the contribution of information for the planning of care.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school graduate or equivalent thereof and a graduate of an accredited LPN program. LPNs are responsible to maintain a current level of competence through education and nursing process
• Previous patient care experience is preferred.
• A current New York State LPN License required.
• A current BLS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Should be able to push/pull, lift/move 35 lb., be able to perform moderately difficult manual manipulations such as using a keyboard, writing, and filing for extended periods of time, must be able to perform tasks which require hand-eye coordination such as data entry, typing and using photo copiers. Mobility requirements may include the ability to be stationary at a workstation for a prolonged period time in addition to being able to squat or be mobile for a reasonable length of time and distance. Communication requirements include the ability to comprehend the spoken English language in addition to being able to communicate and read the English language.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION:

• Participate in the assessment process by collecting information and reporting to the Registered Nurse.
• Assist the Registered Nurse in the formulation of the meaningful plan of care.
• Provides information on patient progress to RN in order to have input into plan of care revision.
• Monitor patient nutrition and fluid balance.
• Provides emotional support to the patient and family.
• Proficient in the use of the Hospital information system.
• Administers medication within the confines of the Nurse Practice Act.
  • Does not administer any medication (except saline flushes) by direct IV push technique or administer an IV bolus for plasma volume expansion.
  • Administers mini-bags/bottles/ intermittent IV’s and IV solutions with medication only after the first does has been administered by a RN the first does being defined as a new solution, new medication or changes in dosage of a medication.
  • Observes for signs and symptoms of expected action, side effects and toxic effects of medication and reports to the RN.
  • Documents medications and IV administration according to policy.
  • Notifies the RN of orders for any medication, which Licensed Practical Nurses are not permitted to administer.
• Monitors patient safety as outlined in PCP and hospital policy.

• Adheres to hospital/nursing facility policies and procedures related to:
  • Mandatory education
  • Annual health assessment
  • Customer relations

Ellis Medicine is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will prohibit, discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, prior arrest or conviction record, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decisions, domestic violence victim status, known relationship or association with any member of a protected class, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law violates federal, state and, where applicable, local laws , reproductive health decisions or source of payment, consistent with applicable legislation and to comply with the laws pertaining thereto.

Salary Range: $24.75-$36.53 /hour Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.