Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) – Medical Surgical / Telemetry - 25-34867

NavitsPartners • Rochester, NY

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About The Position

This position supports a temporary Medical Surgical / Telemetry overflow unit created to accommodate emergency department boarder patients. The unit is a flexible care space, and patient census may fluctuate based on demand. The LPN/LVN will work under the supervision of an RN, providing direct patient care in a fast-paced acute care environment.

Requirements

• Active LPN/LVN license (state-specific)
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of acute care experience
• Medical Surgical and/or Telemetry experience required
• EPIC EMR experience required
• SBAR communication utilized for ED patients
• Verbal handoff expected for other admissions and transfers

Nice To Haves

• Previous charge experience preferred
• Emergency Department exposure preferred

Responsibilities

• Providing direct patient care in a fast-paced acute care environment
• Blood glucose monitoring and testing
• Foley catheter insertion (male and female)
• Feeding tube, NG tube, and G-tube care
• Medication administration: oral, IM, SQ, eye/ear drops
• Oxygen therapy (nasal cannula, face mask)
• Vital signs monitoring and documentation
• Patient ambulation and hygiene care
• Isolation precautions
• Admission and transfer support
• Clear communication of patient status changes to RN/MD
• Documentation

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed