Licensed Practical Nurse -Endocrinology

Arnot Health System•City of Elmira, NY

4d•$24 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to join an organization where delivering high quality patient-centered care, compassion, teamwork, and integrity are the basis for how we work? At Arnot Health, we are focused on delivering high-quality, safe, cost-effective, socially responsible health care services. Arnot Health, an integrated healthcare delivery system, is conveniently located in the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes region of New York, which is known for its charm, scenic settings, and historical significance. We offer competitive pay, benefits, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities. We welcome your application.

Requirements

Graduate of a Practical Nursing Program registered by the New York State Education or by the licensing authority of another state.
Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire date.

Nice To Haves

Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is required in critical care units.

Responsibilities

Performs ongoing patient assessments, collecting physiologic, psychological, and cognitive health data to support quality patient care.
Provides direct patient care under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse, following established plans of care.
Recognizes changes in patient condition and promptly communicates significant findings to the RN in a clear and organized manner.
Implements nursing interventions safely and competently, prioritizing patient needs and delivering care consistently.
Demonstrates proficiency in nursing skills, medication administration, and clinical procedures while adhering to organizational policies and standards.
Documents patient care, interventions, and responses accurately and promptly in accordance with legal and professional requirements.
Supports patient and family education by identifying learning needs, reinforcing teaching plans, and promoting health literacy.
Maintains patient confidentiality, upholds patient rights, and follows safety, infection control, risk management, and emergency response protocols.
Exhibits professionalism through accountability, effective communication, teamwork, reliability, and positive working relationships with patients and healthcare team members.
Participates in ongoing professional development, mandatory education, competency requirements, customer service initiatives, and organizational goals to promote high-quality patient care.