Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - ElderONE (Full Time, Days/Evenings)

SUMMARY:
The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care, usually under the direction of a Registered Nurse, in accordance with established plans.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Conducts and documents a thorough observation of each patient’s medical status upon admission and throughout the patient’s course of treatment.
•Assists in the implementation of the patient’s treatment plan under the direction of the RN.
•Provides routine nursing services for patients as directed by the RN.
•Complies with the evaluation, treatment, and documentation guidelines of the department.
•Completes required documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
•Provides regular patient status updates to the appropriate personnel.
•Attends and participates in department/facility meetings as required.
•Acts in compliance with hospital, regulatory, and professional standards and policies.
•Maintains clinical competency by pursuing continuing education opportunities.
•Performs other duties as assigned.

 

• Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing.   

• Current LPN licensure in State of New York.   

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).  

• 1 year experience

• 1 year of experience working with a frail or elderly population preferred. 

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.