Licensed Practical Nurse LTC - FT - Night Shift

Erie County Medical Center Corporation; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 85,273,000 - 114,754,000; Full time

Job summary

Erie County Medical Center Corporation in Buffalo, NY is seeking a licensed practical nurse to provide routine nursing care to residents and patients at the facility and affiliated clinics. The role involves administering medications, monitoring patient conditions, and assisting with treatments under supervision.

Candidates must hold an NYS LPN license (or GPN permit with timely full license) and complete BLS, with willingness to assume charge duties and support patient safety and education.

Qualifications

• Completion of a NYSED-approved Practical Nursing program.
• Possession of a current LPN license/registration.
• GPN permit with license within one year of appointment if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Administers and documents medications.
• Performs or assists with treatments and procedures.
• Monitors and records vital signs and patient status.
• Teaches patient/family health care instructions per care plan.
• Assists with IV infusions and life-safety activities.
• Maintains patient safety and comfort and proper documentation.

Skills

Nursing skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Medication admin

Infection control

Interpersonal skills

Education

LPN license

GPN permit

NYSED registration

Tools

IV therapy

EKG testing

Phlebotomy

Vital signs equipment

Job description

HOURLY RANGE: $29.77 - $40.05

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves performing routine nursing services

at the Erie County Medical Center Corporation, including the Long-Term Care Facility, or Erie County

Health Department Clinic. The incumbent provides routine nursing care to residents or patients, may

assume charge responsibilities with minimal supervision and may perform higher level technical nursing

tasks. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, Physician or

other higher-ranking professional of the department. Supervision may be exercised over

Hospital/Institutional Aide. Does related work as required.

Typical Work Activities

• Maintains equipment used in the care of patients;
• Administers and documents the administration of medications;
• Performs or assists with treatments and procedures;
• Teaches and/or assists with patient and family health care teaching as outlined on the care plan or as directed;
• Performs and records vital signs and weights;
• Administers internal feedings;
• Observes and monitors patient conditions and documents these in accordance with nursing standards;
• Informs nurse in charge of care provided to patients and status of patients’ condition;
• Reports incidents to nurse in charge;
• Develops and maintains interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors and hospital personnel;
• Performs charge duties when necessary and as directed;
• Provides for patient safety and comfort;
• Performs tasks normally assigned to a Hospital/Institutional Aide;
• Transport patients in acute and long-term care facilities;
• Participates in In-service education.

IN ADDITION, IF ASSIGNED TO THE ERIE COUNTY LONG-TERM CARE FACILITY

• Maintains communication and reports changes in resident condition to supervising Registered Nurse;
• Administers and documents the administration of medications, including IV infusions and IV medications;
• Performs EKG testing, pulse oximetry testing and phlebotomy.

Characteristics

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL

Good knowledge of basic nursing techniques; good knowledge of advanced technical nursing skills; good knowledge of infection control; good knowledge of medication administration and pharmacology; ability to apply therapeutic treatments as prescribed; ability to understand and carry out exactly, detailed oral and written instructions; ability to keep records and prepare reports; good interpersonal skills; initiative; sound professional judgment; capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of a course of study in a registered School of Practical Nursing approved by the New York

State Education Department And Either

• Possession of a license and current registration to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse as issued

by the New York State Education Department at time of appointment and maintenance throughout

Duration Of Appointment, Or

• Possession of a limited Graduate Practical Nurse (GPN) permit as issued by the New York State Education Department at time of appointment and Licensed Practical Nurse license within one year

and maintenance of license throughout duration of appointment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT FOR ECMCC POSITIONS ONLY: Possession of Basic Life Support (BLS) from an approved ECMCC provider at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment.

Special Requirements For Health Department Positions Only

• Possession of a valid New York State Driver’s license and use of a private automobile at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment.**

NOTE: **Not applicable to Erie County Medical Center Corporation