Licensed Practical Nurse - per Diem -Herkimer Primary Care

Bassett Healthcare Network; Village of Herkimer (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Bassett Healthcare Network in New York seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Ambulatory Care to join a patient-focused team. The LPN provides direct and indirect nursing care under RN/NP/PA supervision and may include home visits.

Candidates must have NYS LPN license, BLS, and graduate from a Practical Nursing program. Prior healthcare experience is preferred; strong clinical skills and compassionate patient interactions are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Practical Nursing program.
• Current NYS LPN license and registration.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Prior healthcare experience preferred.
• Ability to perform Point of Care testing following policy.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and indirect nursing care individualized to the patient’s needs.
• Collects and records relevant patient health data accurately
• Evaluates health data to identify patient problems
• Implements and documents specified interventions
• Identifies deviations from expected patient outcomes
• Adheres to approved, research-based practice standards
• Maintains current licensure, certification, and competencies.
• Performs and documents Point of Care testing and quality control in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures

Skills

Clinical Skills

Multi-Tasking

Interacting with People

Analysis & Evaluation

Take Initiative

Education

Practical Nursing program

Job description

Overview

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

Responsibilities

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Ambulatory Care provides direct and indirect patient care under the direction of the Registered Professional Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician’s Assistant, or Physician. The LPN functions as part of the interdisciplinary health care team. May be required to make home visits.

• Provides direct and indirect nursing care individualized to the patient’s needs.
• Collects and records relevant patient health data accurately
• Evaluates health data to identify patient problems
• Implements and documents specified interventions
• Identifies deviations from expected patient outcomes
• Adheres to approved, research-based practice standards
• Performs and documents Point of Care (POC) testing and quality control in accordance with established laboratory policies and procedures
• Maintains and documents testing reagents/supplies and equipment according to established laboratory procedures
• Advocates for patients to ensure that care preserves and protects the patient’s autonomy, dignity and rights.
• Delivers care in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to patient diversity
• Assures that patients have informed consent signed for indicated procedures
• Maintains current licensure, certification, and competencies.
• Provides proof of current BLS validation to supervisor.
• Completes required unit credentialing according to departmental policy
• Provides to supervisor evidence of completion all required annual training and competency validation
• Practices within the New York State-defined LPN scope of practice 100% of the time
• Acquires and maintains current knowledge and skills in his/her area of practice.
• Performs other duties as requested and observed by supervisor or manager

Qualifications

Education:

• Graduate of a Practical Nursing program, required

Experience:

• Previous healthcare experience, preferred

License/Certifications:

• Current NYS LPN License and registration as a Practical Nurse or a valid interim permit, required
• BLS certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire, required

Skills:

• Clinical Skills
• Multi-Tasking
• Interacting with People
• Analysis & Evaluation
• Take Initiative

Physical Requirements:

• Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs, of force constantly to move objects
• Occasional climbing, crouching, grasping, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, stooping, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), fit testing
• Frequent balancing, typing/clerical/dexterity, hearing, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, walking

Hazards:

• Occasional burns, chemical, electrical, mechanical, radiation/radiantenergy
• Frequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure

Working Conditions:

• Occasional noise, dust, fumes, gases, mists, odors

Travel:

• Occasional travel - the job may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis

Total Rewards

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match
• And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Pay Transparency Statement (Text Only)

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.

Min

USD $24.74/Hr.

Max

USD $37.10/Hr.

EEO Statement (Text Only)

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.