Licensed Practical Nurse-LPN - Sleep Lab
About The Position
This full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position is located in an outpatient setting at Samaritan Hospital in Troy, NY, with a day shift schedule from Monday to Friday. The role involves administering nursing care to patients under the direction of a Registered Professional, assisting with treatments and procedures, and performing duties within the established nursing plan of care while adhering to nursing policies, procedures, and standards to ensure safe, quality patient care. The position offers opportunities for career advancement, including a strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance, and professional development.
Requirements
- A current license to practice as a Practical Nurse in the State of New York.
- Graduate of accredited school of Practical Nursing.
- High School diploma / GED required.
- Must be able to lift 20 lbs.
Responsibilities
- Consistently takes accurate vital signs.
- Accurately collects routine patient data per protocols and/or as directed by the clinical supervisor.
- Consistently recognizes high-risk situations and reports them appropriately.
- Confers with the clinical supervisor routinely concerning the plan of care.
- Makes suggestions as to referrals to other disciplines.
- Fulfills protocols or clinical guidelines in establishing workflow priorities.
- Consistently demonstrates acceptable technical skills in providing care.
- Consistently follows standards of care, established protocols, or clinical guidelines in providing patient care.
- Consistently follows infection control policies in administering care.
- Consistently provides patient care in consideration of age-related requirements.
- Consistently reinforces patient and family teaching.
- Administers medications safely in accordance with relevant unit policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates ability to accurately transcribe physician orders.
- Demonstrates a working knowledge of computer skills relevant to the care area.
- Demonstrates initiative and flexibility with assignments.
- Functions as a team member in carrying out assignments.
Benefits
- Strong orientation program
- Generous tuition allowance
- Career development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
