Licensed Practical Nurse - Outpatient - Orchard
About The Position
A caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse. The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct patient care according to established plans of care, assesses patients, implements nursing interventions, administers medications, documents care, and supports patient and family education. The role maintains patient confidentiality and follows patient-rights, safety, infection-control, risk-management, and emergency-response protocols. The position reports to the Director of the assigned department.
Requirements
- Graduate of a Practical Nursing Program registered by the New York State Education Department or by another state's licensing authority.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is required in critical care units.
Responsibilities
- Perform ongoing patient assessments and collect physiologic, psychological, and cognitive health data to support quality patient care.
- Provide direct patient care under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse, following established plans of care.
- Recognize changes in patient condition and promptly communicate significant findings to the RN clearly and in an organized manner.
- Implement nursing interventions safely and competently, prioritizing patient needs and delivering care consistently.
- Demonstrate proficiency in nursing skills, medication administration, and clinical procedures while following organizational policies and standards.
- Document patient care, interventions, and responses accurately and promptly in accordance with legal and professional requirements.
- Support patient and family education by identifying learning needs, reinforcing teaching plans, and promoting health literacy.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and uphold patient rights.
- Follow safety, infection-control, risk-management, and emergency-response protocols.
- Demonstrate professionalism through accountability, effective communication, teamwork, reliability, and positive working relationships with patients and healthcare team members.
- Participate in professional development, mandatory education, competency requirements, customer service initiatives, and organizational goals.
Benefits
- Competitive wages
- Comprehensive benefits
- Professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
