LPN Licensed Practical Nurse - Acute Care (1 Medical) - Full Time

Guthrie Enterprise•Binghamton, NY

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About The Position

Provides high-quality nursing care to assigned acute-care patients in accordance with nursing standards and practice, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Collaborates with nursing staff, physicians, and ancillary staff to support patient care. Maintains clinical knowledge and skills through continuing education, in-services, and self-study. The role supports the RN with the nursing process, patient education, care planning, implementation and evaluation of interventions, documentation, and professional nursing responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned as necessary. The position offers a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 ($7,500 for those with less than one year of experience), for eligible candidates. Pay is $27.00–$39.27 per hour, dependent on applicable LPN experience.

Requirements

Must hold an LPN license in the state of practice.
Must maintain CPR certification.
For work in Pennsylvania, must have completed the IV therapy curriculum requirements in Pennsylvania Code, Section 21.203. If not completed at hire, must complete a Board-approved LPN IV Therapy Education Program before independently practicing IV therapy.
Must meet the individual nursing unit’s educational requirements during employment.

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with and under the direction of an RN, communicating patient observations to the healthcare team and supporting nursing department objectives.
Assist the RN with the nursing process, including patient data collection and admission, contributing to patient- and family-involved goals, implementing the plan of care, helping evaluate responses to interventions, recommending care-plan changes, and participating in care conferences.
Perform nursing skills and procedures appropriate to the clinical area and LPN scope of practice, following policies, procedures, and applicable licensure requirements.
Partner with the RN to implement evidence-based interventions and treatments tailored to patient needs.
Assist with patient and family health education using patient education resources.
Prioritize assignments and set goals to manage daily patient care responsibilities.
Document thoroughly, concisely, and promptly according to nursing department standards; accurately document and report changes in patient condition to the RN.
Demonstrate conduct aligned with the organization’s mission and vision and maintain positive working relationships with nursing and interprofessional colleagues.
Share knowledge and skills with peers, participate in orientation of new employees, and collaborate with faculty during healthcare student clinical experiences.
Identify learning needs, develop and complete a plan to maintain clinical skills and competence, and maintain professional records as evidence of competency.
Evaluate personal strengths and weaknesses and participate in performance-improvement activities.
Help minimize costs and unnecessary duplication in patient care.
Use time between patient care procedures to maintain a clean, orderly work environment and assist other nurses with patient care.