LPN Physician Practice - Greenwich Health Center

Glens Falls Hospital•Greenwich, NY

12d•$28 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Utilize the nursing process for administering care of both well patients and those with health problems in an outpatient setting. Functions as a member of the health care team in a cooperative manner. Participates in the development, implementation, on-going evaluation and revision of nursing procedures. Demonstrates awareness of risk factors associated with: age, size, sensory perception, motor function, and medications.

Requirements

Graduation from a Licensed Practical Nursing Program
Maintain competency in professional nursing practices
Current license and registration to practice Practical Nursing in New York State
Assumes responsibility for maintaining current knowledge related to the age and development of the patient population in areas in which they work
Current license and registration to practice Nursing in New York State
Infection Control
BLS Certification
Ability to complete basic mathematical calculations
Ability to complete tasks in efficient/timely manner
Ability to provide required nursing care under the direction of the medical provider
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing with personnel, patients, and medical providers
Ability to work effectively, in both cooperative and independent situations under the directions of the medical provider
Ability to recognize patient care problems and to react appropriately in patient care emergencies
Ability to seek and utilize nursing resources
Responsibility for nursing self-development and keeping current with advances in nursing knowledge and techniques

Responsibilities

Documentation of all patient care is required
Prepare patient by collecting and sharing data; blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, height/weight, Date of LMP, general history and chief complaint and identifies need for medication refills.
Collection of JCAHO required data elements, such as domestic violence, pain, and forms completion.
Assists and/or prepares patients for surgical procedures, tests, treatments and other diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.
Assists the health care provider in determining current and potential needs and /or problems with the patient
Document all patient assessment elements obtained.
Assists in the evaluation of supplies, equipment, and facilities