43600 - UR Medicine Cardiac Care – LPN 2, Inpatient

University of Rochester•City of Rochester, NY

19d•$28 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. We are seeking motivated team individuals that are dedicated to patient and family centered care as they practice excellent clinical skills in a multidisciplinary cardiology environment with a focus on patient education for preventative cardiac care. A 21-bed Step Down cardiac unit that cares for patients throughout the continuum of pre- procedure, post procedure and transitional care planning. Populations of patients include: Myocardial infarction, heart failure, pre and post cardiac interventional procedures or surgery. The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law. Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals. At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.

Requirements

LPN license in New York State

Nice To Haves

Excellent clinical skills in a multidisciplinary cardiology environment
Focus on patient education for preventative cardiac care

Responsibilities

In an inpatient setting, remains accountable for provision of direct care to assigned patients.
Contributes to unit activities and supports enhancement of the care delivery system.
Works as a team member and assists other staff members with implementing patient care.
Assumes responsibility of care for assigned patients under the direction of the co-assigned RN or MD.
Participates in the plan of care, implements appropriate nursing interventions, and contributes to patient/family education through collection of data, interdisciplinary team collaboration, documentation and excellent communication.
Primary tasks will include assisting RN staff in all patient care within the scope of a NYS LPN and under the direction and supervision of a RN.