LPN, FT Days

ScionHealth; Town of Huntington (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

ScionHealth in New York is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, following hospital standards and policies. You will administer medications and participate in treatments for medically complex patients.

You will support rehabilitation, update care plans, educate patients and families, and collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on patient age and condition.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and charting.
• Ability to organize tasks, set priorities and function under stress.
• Strong interpersonal skills with patients and team.
• Regular attendance is required.
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse administers medications and performs treatments as prescribed.
• Communicates patient status and changes to the RN.
• Provides pain management education to patient and family.
• Assists with rehabilitation and care plan updates.
• Assists physicians with examinations and procedures as directed by RN.
• Treats patients and families with respect and dignity; addresses psychosocial needs.
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves them in care planning.
• Identifies and addresses discharge needs with Social Services/Discharge Planner.
• Interprets patient data to assess age-specific needs and care requirements.
• Performs all aspects of patient care to ensure safety and reduce errors.

Skills

Medication administration

Computer literacy

Organization skills

Communication

Attendance

English proficiency

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse degree

Job description

Description

This hospital is designed as a bridge in the continuum of care and is intended to provide intensive, specialized care for medically complex patients that require a longer treatment and recovery period. This hospital provides a committed and knowledgeable clinical team in a setting conducive to healing. Their goal is to treat the immediate and long-term needs of the patients with the goal of helping each patient reach the next level of well-being on their path to a full recovery.

Job Summary

Under direct supervision of Registered Nurse, provides nursing care within the scope of licensure for assigned patients according to established nursing standards and hospital policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse administers medication, performs treatments and patient care responsibilities as prescribed.


• Consults with and keeps Registered Nurse informed of activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in the patient’s condition with regard to assigned patients.


• Provides appropriate pain management techniques and educates the patient and family regarding pain management.


• Administers medication following the five rights of medication administration within scope of practice.


• Assists with the rehabilitation and treatment of patients in accordance with the medical plan of care, updates, and revises plan of care under the supervision of Registered Nurse.


• Assists physicians with examinations, treatments and special procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills as directed by the Registered Nurse.


• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.


• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.


• Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Services/Discharge Planner regarding both in-hospital and post discharge needs.


• Interprets data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group.


• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition.


• Basic computer knowledge.


• Able to organized tasks, develop action plans, set priorities and function under stressful situations.


• Ability to maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.


• Must have good and regular attendance.


• Must read, write and speak fluent English.


• Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%


• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited program for licensed vocational/practical nurses.

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse License.


• BLS Certification required.


• Intravenous Therapy and Blood Certifications preferred.


• ACLS may be required in certain care areas

Experience

• Minimum six months’ prior experience in an acute care setting preferred.