Licensed Practical Nurse

Bon Secours - Stony Point, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Stony Point, NY

101-250 employees

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing routine nursing care to patients under the supervision of registered nurses or medical staff. This role involves administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring the comfort and safety of patients while adhering to regulatory requirements and the Nurse Practice Act.

Responsibilities

• Provides and administers individualized skilled nursing care to assigned patients.
• Records patient's responses and needs, and reports results to designated clinical staff.
• Records a detailed report of the care given in accordance with the therapeutic plan and specific aspects of the patient's plan of care.
• Assists patients with ambulation and personal hygiene.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient's medical records and information.
• Administers medications accurately, safely, and consistent with the patient's condition and plan of care according to the policies and procedures of the department.
• Re-enforces education and communication with the patient and family.
• Complies with the Patient Bill of Rights.
• Adheres to aseptic technique in performing procedures including wound care and implements established infection control procedures and processes.
• Utilizes and maintains medical equipment and performs technical procedures in accordance with established procedures, safety precautions and regulatory requirements.
• Observes patient, responds to patient's concerns, and reports changes in the patient's mental or clinical condition to the registered nurse as soon as observed.
• Reports unsafe conditions to appropriate registered nurse and/or appropriate personnel.
• Establishes and maintains a cooperative, effective working relationship with the medical and clinical staff and other hospital personnel, outside vendors, agencies, and the community at large.
• Responds to emergency situations and fire/safety conditions in accordance with established procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Participates in performance improvement activities such as data collection and implementation of changes.
• May supervise and direct unlicensed assistive personnel and ancillary personnel.
• Complies with hospital policies and procedures.
• Participates in staff meetings and huddles.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• 1-3 years' experience as a licensed practical nurse in an acute, inpatient, home care and/or adult home setting preferred.
• Graduated from an NYS approved Practical Nursing Program required.
• Current NYS License Practice Nurse license required.
• Current BLS certification required.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Savings Account
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement