Licensed Practical Nurse LTC - FT - Day Shift
About The Position
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves performing routine nursing services at the Erie County Medical Center Corporation, including the Long-Term Care Facility, or Erie County Health Department Clinic. The incumbent provides routine nursing care to residents or patients, may assume charge responsibilities with minimal supervision and may perform higher level technical nursing tasks. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, Physician or other higher-ranking professional of the department. Supervision may be exercised over Hospital/Institutional Aide. Does related work as required.
Requirements
- Completion of a course of study in a registered School of Practical Nursing approved by the New York State Education Department
- Possession of a license and current registration to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse as issued by the New York State Education Department at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment, or Possession of a limited Graduate Practical Nurse (GPN) permit as issued by the New York State Education Department at time of appointment and Licensed Practical Nurse license within one year and maintenance of license throughout duration of appointment.
- Possession of Basic Life Support (BLS) from an approved ECMCC provider at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment (ECMCC Positions Only)
- Possession of a valid New York State Driver's license and use of a private automobile at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment (Health Department Positions Only)
Responsibilities
- Maintains equipment used in the care of patients
- Administers and documents the administration of medications
- Performs or assists with treatments and procedures
- Teaches and/or assists with patient and family health care teaching as outlined on the care plan or as directed
- Performs and records vital signs and weights
- Administers internal feedings
- Observes and monitors patient conditions and documents these in accordance with nursing standards
- Informs nurse in charge of care provided to patients and status of patients' condition
- Reports incidents to nurse in charge
- Develops and maintains interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors and hospital personnel
- Performs charge duties when necessary and as directed
- Provides for patient safety and comfort
- Performs tasks normally assigned to a Hospital/Institutional Aide
- Transport patients in acute and long-term care facilities
- Participates in In-service education
- Maintains communication and reports changes in resident condition to supervising Registered Nurse
- Administers and documents the administration of medications, including IV infusions and IV medications
- Performs EKG testing, pulse oximetry testing and phlebotomy
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
