LPN Licensed Practical Nurse Emergency Department
About The Position
Licensed Practical Nurse - Emergency Room Part Time - Varying shifts with weekend and holiday rotations Our Emergency Department is a fast paced team of interdisciplinary professionals ready to promote and restore health to all who enter. Divided into four major zones with waiting area, registration area and triage area, we efficiently provide care for all specialties and all ages. Our call ahead program is the first in this area to provide an opportunity for scheduled evaluation times. The Emergency Department offers LPN's the opportunity for a wide variety of patient experiences from minor injuries in our Speed Unit, to Cardiac Arrest and Trauma. We offer flexible scheduling. Our goal is to provide consistent, excellent care to all patients. If you are looking for an exciting career, this is your opportunity. Position Highlights: Recognized Leader: First and longest running Magnet Designated Hospital in Syracuse, highlighting our professional nursing staff. St. Joseph's Health is CP Accredited and Stroke designated hospital. Growth: Recently built unit with state of the art safety features Advancement: Generous tuition reimbursement and Leadership development programs Work/Life: Self-scheduling options to balance your work/life and school calendars What you will do: Emergency intervention and care of triaged patients to the appropriate setting. Care for and provide treatment modalities. Collaborative team approach with physicians, clinical affiliates, nursing, case managers, social work, EMS and unit support staff. Participate in community events to educate and promote health and wellness.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and current LPN licensure, or eligibility for licensure, in the State of New York.
- One year of clinical experience with medication administration preferred
- Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.
- Current BLS & CPR certifications
Responsibilities
- Ensures quality nursing care is rendered to all patients in accordance with the New York Nurse Practice Act, National Standards of Practice, and Nursing and Clinical Service standards of care and practice.
- Utilizing the Nursing Process, plans, directs and supervises the care of patients in addition to being involved in the provision of direct care of patients and families under the leadership of an RN.
- Various work options and learning opportunities are available within the unit.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
