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About the Role
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides general nursing care to patients, families, and caregivers in Medical Group practices. The LPN assists and advocates for patient and family health, supporting a patient-centered approach and acting as an active care team member. Responsibilities include collaborating with physicians, registered nurses, and multidisciplinary teams, performing tasks within supportive care under the direction of licensed providers, and adhering to the mission, vision, and values of Mohawk Valley Health System.
Responsibilities
- Gather patient measurements and collect patient data
- Record and report patient findings
- Prepare patient for examination and treatment
- Assist with examination and treatments
- Perform tasks within supportive care under the clinical direction of licensed health care provider or registered professional nurse
- Support self-care, self-management, and the established plan of care
- Utilize standard precautions and practice at all times
- Maintain equipment, supplies, inventory, and a safe and clean work environment
- Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, mandatory in-services, reviewing publications, and participating in department committee meetings or work groups
- Engage in quality improvement initiatives including continuing education and participation in system-wide and department specific teams
- Maintain a cooperative relationship among the healthcare team by effectively communicating information
- Respond to patient requests and communicate effectively to the licensed health care provider who can fulfill the patient request
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of licensed practical nursing program
- Current New York State licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse
- Basic Life Support Certification - Must receive BLS certification within 6 weeks of hire date
- Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor
Work Type
- Full-Time
Education Level
- Graduate of an accredited school of licensed practical nursing program
- Bachelors or Masters of Science in Nursing from accredited nursing program
Salary/Compensations
- $22.00 - $32.00 Per Hour
Equal Opportunity
- Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.