Licensed Practical Nurse - Emergency Department

Cayuga Health System; Town of Bath (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Arnot Health’s Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital in Bath, NY is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Emergency Department.

The role requires performing nursing duties under RN supervision, data collection and patient care per the plan of care, and timely documentation, with emphasis on patient safety and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Practical Nursing Program registered by the NYS Education or by the licensing authority of another state.
• CPR/BLS required within 90 days of hire; ACLS required in critical care units.
• Performs nursing duties under the supervision of a registered nurse and according to plan of care.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality; follows infection control policies.

Responsibilities

• Performs data collection focusing on physiologic, psychological, and cognitive status.
• Provides care under the direction of the registered nurse and plan of care.
• Documents nursing interventions and patient responses timely and accurately.
• Communicates changes in patient status promptly to the RN and team.

Skills

Compassionate care

Nursing assessment

Vital signs

Documentation

Communication

Education

Practical Nursing Program

NY LPN license

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse - Emergency Department# Careers## Licensed Practical Nurse - Emergency DepartmentApply: Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital: Full time: Posted Today: RI331691**About Arnot Health** Arnot Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services to the Southern Tier of New York and Northern Tier of Pennsylvania. Campuses include Arnot Ogden Medical Center and St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira; Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital in Bath, NY; and over 40 medical offices in the Southern Tier. Arnot Health is currently affiliated with more than 300 physicians from 50+ specialties.Arnot Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve.Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong. At Arnot Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch.We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities.Learn more at www.arnothealth.org.**MAIN FUNCTION:**A caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients under the supervision/direction of a registered nurse. Reports to the Director of Department to which assigned.**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:****Nursing Process*** Performs data collection in an ongoing and systematic manner focusing on physiologic, psychological, and cognitive status.\\*\\** Provides care to patients under the direction or supervision of the registered professional nurse using the plan of care.\\*\\** Recognizes change in patient status and communicates significant information promptly in an organized, logical and concise manner to a RN.\\*\\** Implements care in a knowledgeable, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner based on plan of care.\\** Establishes priorities of patient care.\\*\\***Technical Skill*** Demonstrates competency in performing nursing skills as evidenced by positive RN evaluation.\\*\\***Patient Education*** Identifies patient/significant other learning needs; communicates needs to RN and follows plan(s) for teaching.\\*\\***Documentation*** Documents in a timely and accurate manner using designated forms\\*\\*:* Nursing and/or medical intervention* Patient's response to intervention**Patient Rights*** Maintains confidentiality of patient data.\\*\\***Safety*** Functions with an awareness of risk management, safety issues and adheres to Arnot Health and Division of Nursing policies and procedures regarding infection control.\\*\\***Emergency Situations*** Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols; documents events appropriately.\\*\\***Knowledge Base*** Demonstrates knowledge base for designated patient population. Identifies own knowledge deficits and promptly seeks resources/consultation to meet these needs in order to provide safe patient care.\\*\\***Professionalism*** Is accountable for own actions.\\*\\** Maintains professional behavior and appearance.\\*\\***Self Development*** Demonstrates self-directed learning and participates in continuing education to meet own professional growth.\\** Attends all mandatory inservices and is responsible for attending staff meetings or reviewing minutes if unable to attend.\\*\\** Completes all required competencies in designated time frame.\\*\\***Legal Issues*** Demonstrates awareness of basic legal issues in all aspects of patient care and unit function, and strives to minimize risks.\\*\\***Goals*** Participates in development and attainment of Unit and Division of Nursing goals.\\*\\***Communication*** Communicates in a professional, responsible and constructive manner.\\*\\** Non-verbal communication - is professional and appropriate.\\*\\***Working Relationships*** Formulates and uses effective working relationships with all health care team members, patients, and significant others.\\*\\***Staffing*** Is prompt in reporting to work and maintaining a good work attendance.\\*\\** Willingly assists others and is flexible in scheduling to meet the needs of the unit.\\*\\** Maintains consistent level of productivity.\\*\\***Medical Administration*** Administers medication (including intravenous fluids) according to policy, and practices safely as evidenced by no repeated pattern of error(s).\\*\\***Other*** Consistently incorporates hourly rounding into daily practice.\\*\\** Treats all customers with respect.\\*\\** Provides age specific appropriate care to patient according to their age groups for the particular unit to which the individual is assigned.\\*\\** Is responsible for attending all annual mandatory educational programs as required by position.* Employee understands and demonstrates the importance of satisfying the needs of the customer/patient by interacting with him/her in a friendly and caring way, being attentive to the customer's needs, both psychologically and physically, and by taking the initiative to maintain communication with the customer in order to provide a secure and pleasant experience with the Arnot Health.* It is understood that this job description lists typical duties for the classification and is not to be considered inclusive of all duties which may be assigned.\\*\\***EDUCATION:**Graduate of a Practical Nursing Program registered by the New York State Education or by the licensing authority of another state.**CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) REQUIREMENTS:**Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire date. Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is required in critical care units.**PHYSICAL DEMANDS:**Appreciable physical effort required. Moving, lifting and assisting patients whose size and physical abilities can vary greatly. Some lifting, reaching and stooping. Required to be on feet much of the time.**EXPOSURE CATEGORY:**Category I. Tasks that involve exposure to blood and body fluid or tissue.\\*\\* A.D.A. Essential Functions ***Pay Range Disclosure:**** Standard Rate of $26.15 to $37.00 per hour plus benefitsCentralus and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.