Licensed Practical Nurse - Outpatient - Endocrinology

Cayuga Medical Center

1d•$24 - $35

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides patient care to a group of patients under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse. The role includes assessing and documenting patient health information, implementing established care plans, communicating changes in condition, and supporting patient and family education. The nurse follows organizational standards and protocols for medication administration, clinical procedures, patient confidentiality, safety, infection control, risk management, and emergency response. 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.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required for critical care units.

Responsibilities

Perform ongoing patient assessments and collect physiologic, psychological, and cognitive health data.
Provide direct patient care under a Registered Nurse’s supervision and follow 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.
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 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.