LPN - Ambulatory Care - Sidney Prime Care

About the position

The best thing about this role Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and indirect nursing care individualized to the patient's needs.
• Collects and records relevant patient health data accurately.
• Evaluates health data to identify patient problems.
• Implements and documents specified interventions.
• Identifies deviations from expected patient outcomes.
• Adheres to approved, research-based practice standards.
• Performs and documents Point of Care (POC) testing and quality control in accordance with established laboratory policies and procedures.
• Maintains and documents testing reagents/supplies and equipment according to established laboratory procedures.
• Advocates for patients to ensure that care preserves and protects the patient's autonomy, dignity and rights.
• Delivers care in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to patient diversity.
• Assures that patients have informed consent signed for indicated procedures.
• Maintains current licensure, certification, and competencies.
• Provides proof of current BLS validation to supervisor.
• Completes required unit credentialing according to departmental policy.
• Provides to supervisor evidence of completion all required annual training and competency validation.
• Practices within the New York State-defined LPN scope of practice 100% of the time.
• Acquires and maintains current knowledge and skills in his/her area of practice.
• Performs other duties as requested and observed by supervisor or manager.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Practical Nursing program, required.
• Current NYS LPN License and registration as a Practical Nurse or a valid interim permit, required.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire, required.
• Previous healthcare experience, preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Clinical Skills
• Multi-Tasking
• Interacting with People
• Analysis & Evaluation
• Take Initiative

Benefits

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability protection.
• Retirement benefits including an employer match.
• Sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 for full-time LPN.