Licensed Practical Nurse - Ambulatory Care, Per Diem, BMC/125 Main Pediatrics

Bassett Healthcare Network • Village of Cooperstown, NY

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About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Ambulatory Care provides direct and indirect patient care under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician’s Assistant, or Physician. The LPN works as part of an interdisciplinary health care team and may be required to make home visits. Care is individualized to patient needs and delivered in a manner that protects patient autonomy, dignity, and rights and is sensitive to patient diversity. The role requires practice within the New York State-defined LPN scope of practice, maintenance of current licensure, certifications, and competencies, and completion of required unit credentialing and annual training.

The position performs and documents Point of Care (POC) testing and quality control, and maintains testing reagents, supplies, and equipment according to laboratory policies and procedures. The role is classified as per diem. It involves occasional travel, and the listed physical demands include heavy work and occasional and frequent physical activities and workplace hazards.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Practical Nursing program.
• Current New York State LPN license and registration as a Practical Nurse, or a valid interim permit.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Clinical skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Analysis and evaluation skills.
• Ability to take initiative.

Nice To Haves

• Previous healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect nursing care individualized to the patient’s needs.
• Collect and accurately record relevant patient health data.
• Evaluate health data to identify patient problems.
• Implement and document specified interventions.
• Identify deviations from expected patient outcomes.
• Adhere to approved, research-based practice standards.
• Perform and document Point of Care (POC) testing and quality control according to established laboratory policies and procedures.
• Maintain and document testing reagents, supplies, and equipment according to established laboratory procedures.
• Advocate for patients to ensure that care preserves and protects their autonomy, dignity, and rights.
• Deliver care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to patient diversity.
• Ensure patients have signed informed consent for indicated procedures.
• Maintain current licensure, certification, and competencies.
• Provide the supervisor with proof of current BLS validation.
• Complete required unit credentialing according to departmental policy.
• Provide the supervisor with evidence of completing required annual training and competency validation.
• Practice within the New York State-defined LPN scope of practice.
• Acquire and maintain current knowledge and skills in the area of practice.
• Perform other duties as requested and observed by the supervisor or manager.
• Make home visits when required.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Disability protection.
• Retirement benefits including an employer match.
• Sign-on bonus: LPN bonuses are listed as $10,000 for full-time positions; eligibility and details are discussed during the interview process, and current Bassett Healthcare Network employees are not eligible.

What This Job Offers

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