LPN - New Hartford
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides general nursing care to patients, families, and caregivers in Medical Group practices. The LPN assists and advocates for patient and family health in support of a patient-centered approach and delivery model of care, acting as an active care team member. The role involves collaborating with physicians/providers, registered professional nurses, and multidisciplinary care team members. An LPN performs tasks and responsibilities within the framework of case finding, health coaching, and supportive care under the direction of a registered professional nurse or licensed physician/healthcare provider. The LPN will adhere to the standards outlined for Licensed Practical Nurses in the NYS Education Law, NYS Office of the Professions, and by the State Nurse Practice Act. The LPN will follow the mission, vision, I-CARE values, policies, and procedures of Mohawk Valley Health System.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of licensed practical nursing program
- Current New York State licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse
- Basic Life Support Certification - Must receive BLS certification within 6 weeks of hire date
Nice To Haves
- Bachelors or Masters of Science in Nursing from accredited nursing program
Responsibilities
- Gather patient measurements and collect patient data
- Record and report patient findings
- Prepare patient for patient examination and treatment
- Assist with examination and treatments
- Perform tasks within the framework of supportive care, under the clinical direction of licensed healthcare provider or registered professional nurse
- Support self-care, self-management, and the established plan of care
- Utilize standard precautions and practice at all times
- Maintain equipment, supplies, inventory, and a safe and clean work environment
- Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, mandatory in-services; reviewing publications and participating in department committee meetings or work groups
- Engage in quality improvement initiatives including continuing education, participation in system-wide and department specific teams
- Maintain a cooperative relationship among the healthcare team by effectively communicating information
- Respond to patient requests, communicates effectively to the licensed healthcare provider who can fulfill the patient request
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
