Licensed Practical Nurse

CFG HEALTH SYSTEM LLC•Coxsackie, NY

4d•$32 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

In a team relationship with the Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse contributes to the nursing process through on-going systematic data collection, assisting with the health assessment, recording observations, goal identification and patient health education. The Licensed Practical Nurse will also collaborate with the healthcare team, ensure health and safety compliance, and perform clinical tasks. Performance Expectations include contributing to nursing assessment, care, and planning in conjunction with the RN supervisor. This role initiates the admission process, assists with identifying recurrent health problems, symptoms, and behavioral changes. The LPN collects pertinent data through observation, interview, and communication with the health team, recording all data in the patient's health record. They assist in forming a written plan, identifying short and long-term goals, and setting priorities for patient care. Additional duties include assisting the physician in minor medical/surgical procedures, transcribing and posting therapeutic orders, administering medications, practicing universal precautions, and maintaining a safe environment. Confidentiality and patient privacy are paramount. The LPN must maintain active state nursing licensure, adhere to the nursing code policy, and present a neat appearance, including wearing a white lab coat. Punctuality for shifts and verbal reports is expected. The role requires adherence to policies regarding absences, illness notification, vacation requests, and workday exchanges. The LPN must also maintain security clearance and conform to the dress code.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program with current licensure in the state of employment.
Must conform to the security clearance standards of the institution were employed
Ability to pass all required health and other screening tests.
Must maintain and show bi-annual proof of active state nursing licensure with a copy to be placed in the personnel file maintained by the RN Supervisor.
Will be neat in appearance and adhere to nursing code policy; shall wear a white lab coat
Arrives promptly for scheduled tour of duty for verbal report from off going Shift
If requested by the RN Supervisor or Administrator, will present a doctor’s excuse if absent the day before or the day after a previously scheduled twodays off.
Will notify the RN Supervisor if becoming ill on duty to notify him/her of the disposition.
Submits request for vacation or special time-off in advance of the posting of scheduled time.
Arrange workday exchange in the same pay period with a comparable member of the nursing staff for the desired day off if the schedule has already been posted.
After the agreement is reached, the Charge Nurse and/or the RN Supervisor are to be notified in writing by both parties of the desired schedule change agreement
Maintains security clearance for the assigned facility
Conforms to dress code
Reports to work site at designated time
Adheres to attendance policy and utilizes timekeeping practices and expectations.

Nice To Haves

Critical thinking and problem solving
Communication
Attention to detail
Time management and organization
Empathy and compassion
Physical stamina and strength
Adaptability and flexibility
Cultural competency
Ethics and professionalism

Responsibilities

Patient Care
Collaboration with Healthcare team
Health and Safety compliance
Clinical tasks
Contributes to nursing assessment, care and planning in conjunction with the RN supervisor.
Initiates the admission process and assists with the identification of recurrent health problems, symptoms and behavioral changes of the patient.
Collects pertinent data through observation, interview, and other members of the health team and communicates changes in the patient condition to others patient care providers.
Records all data obtained through assessment of the patient’s health record
Assists in the formation of a written plan
Assists in identifying both short and long term timed, measurable goals with anticipated behavioral change.
Assists in setting priorities when planning care to meet patient needs
Assists with patient health care and participates in multi-disciplinary care conferences
Counts CDS Drugs and contraband, if required
Assists physician in minor medical/surgical procedures
Transcribes and posts all therapeutic orders generated by the physician
Initiates and documents prescribed treatments for nursing interventions in compliance with policy and procedure
Administers routine and/or PRN medications as ordered
Practices universal precautions when providing nursing procedures
Assists in maintaining a neat, clean and safe environment for patients and co-workers
Keeps patient information confidential and respects patients’ right to privacy
Keeps health team informed of observations and changing conditions of patients
Maintains and shows bi-annual proof of active state nursing licensure with a copy to be placed in the personnel file maintained by the RN Supervisor.
Will be neat in appearance and adhere to nursing code policy; shall wear a white lab coat
Arrives promptly for scheduled tour of duty for verbal report from off going Shift
If requested by the RN Supervisor or Administrator, will present a doctor’s excuse if absent the day before or the day after a previously scheduled twodays off.
Will notify the RN Supervisor if becoming ill on duty to notify him/her of the disposition.
Submits request for vacation or special time-off in advance of the posting of scheduled time.
Arrange workday exchange in the same pay period with a comparable member of the nursing staff for the desired day off if the schedule has already been posted.
After the agreement is reached, the Charge Nurse and/or the RN Supervisor are to be notified in writing by both parties of the desired schedule change agreement
Provides a positive and professional representation of CFG Health Systems, LLC.
Promotes culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation, and prevention.
Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or practice.
Adheres to infection control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations.
Participate in ongoing quality improvement activities.
Completes required orientation as directed by facility
Follows facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures while on assignment
Follows facility and CFG Health Systems Occurrence Protocol
Upholds HIPAA and PREA regulations
Punctual and dependent for assigned/confirmed shifts
Maintains security clearance for the assigned facility
Conforms to dress code
Reports to work site at designated time
Adheres to attendance policy and utilizes timekeeping practices and expectations.