Licensed Practical Nurse - Acute General Medicine

Rochester Regional Health; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Acute General Medicine unit (5800) at Rochester General Hospital. This part-time role (20 hours/week) offers day/evening/night shifts with every other weekend and holiday coverage.

The LPN will provide direct patient care under RN supervision, collaborate with the care team, administer medications, and ensure accurate documentation in the EMR. A NY LPN license and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing or equivalent.
• Current licensure in State of New York as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• BLS certification or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team and communicate patient needs.
• Administer medications and document accordingly in EMR.
• Maintain proper stocking and preparation of clinical areas.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Education

Practical Nursing program

Job description

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse - Acute General Medicine

Department: Acute General Medicine (5800)

Location: Rochester General Hospital

Hours Per Week: Part-Time (20 hours per week)

Schedule: Day/Evening/Night, Every Other Weekend, Every Other Holiday

SUMMARY: The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care, usually under the direction of a Registered Nurse, in accordance with established plans. The Licensed Practical Nurse is a key member of the care delivery team. The Licensed Practical Nurse communicates the needs of the patient and the team; collaborates with the multidisciplinary team, takes direction from the RN and delegates appropriately to the other members of the team.

The Acute Medical Unit (5800) specializes in the care of patients with a wide array of medical diagnoses and multi-system problems. LPNs working on 5800 will have the opportunity to master their skills in caring for patients with the following acute illnesses & conditions: cardiac requiring telemetry, diabetes, kidney disease, dialysis, pulmonary issues, and patients with multiple drips, drains & catheters. LPNs on 5800 will also possess strong psychosocial skills to support patients with substance abuse and/or mental illness, in addition to their medical needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient Care & Service - Promote and restore patients’ health by completing the nursing process; collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; perform various treatment procedures; provide physical, educational and emotional support to patients, friends and families; supervise assigned team members.
• Medication Administration & Reporting - Administer medication and give/receive relevant reports, both written and verbal from/to appropriate staff as per departmental protocols.
• Documentation - Ensure concise, pertinent and complete documentation using computerized medical record process.
• Preparation - Ensure clinical areas are properly supplied and exam rooms are available and stocked.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing or equivalent required.
• Current licensure in State of New York as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills highly desired

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA), LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$27.00 - $33.00

CITY: Rochester

POSTAL CODE: 14621

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.