LPN II- outpatient

Ellis Medicine; Town of Clifton Park (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse II to deliver quality care and support to patients. In this role, you will work under the guidance of registered nurses, contributing to assessment, planning, and executing patient care plans. This position requires a current LPN license in New York, along with BLS certification, and offers a competitive hourly wage based on experience.

Benefits

Generous and flexible benefits offerings

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited LPN Program.
• Current licensure in New York State or limited permit eligibility.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in assessment by collecting information.
• Assist RN in formulating care plan.
• Monitor patient nutrition and fluid balance.
• Administer medications per Nurse Practice Act.

Skills

Patient care

Monitoring

Documentation

Emotional support

BLS certification

Education

Graduation from an accredited LPN Program

Current licensure in New York State

Pharmacology course completion

Job description

Ellis Medicine has GENEROUS and FLEXIBLE benefits offerings!

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The Licensed Practical Nurse II under the general supervision of a registered professional nurse, provides care for patients and families of any age regardless of gender. Through the provision of basic patient care, the LPN II participates in the restorative, health maintenance and wellness plan defined by a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited LPN Program. Current licensure in New York State or eligibility for limited permit to practice. Documentation of successful completion of pharmacology course required, either through basic program or other approved coursework. Current BLS required.

Responsibilities:
• Participate in the assessment process by collecting information and reporting to the Registered Nurse.
• Assist the Registered Nurse in the formulation of the meaningful plan of care.
• Provides information on patient progress to RN in order to have input into plan of care revision.
• Monitor patient nutrition and fluid balance.
• Provides emotional support to the patient and family.
• Proficient in the use of the Hospital information system.
• Administers medication within the confines of the Nurse Practice Act, does not administer any medication (except saline flushes) by direct IV push technique or administer an IV bolus for plasma volume expansion.
• Administers mini-bags/bottles/ intermittent IV’s and IV solutions with medication only after the first dose has been administered by a RN the first does being defined as a new solution, new medication or changes in dosage of a medication. Observes for signs and symptoms of expected action, side effects and toxic effects of medication and reports to the RN
• Documents medications and IV administration according to policy.
• Notifies the RN of orders for any medication, which Licensed Practical Nurses are not permitted to administer.
• Monitors patient safety as outlined in PCP and hospital policy.

Ellis Medicine is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex/gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, prior arrest, or conviction record, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decisions, or domestic violence victim status.

Salary Range: $24.75-36.53 /hour Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.