What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN I: Adult ED - 36hrs/week, NIGHTS position at Albany Med?
Department / Unit : Emergency Department
Work Shift :
Night (United States of America)
Salary Range :
46,220.72 - $64,709.01
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care under the direction and supervision of provider, registered nurse, or clinical care coordinator as prescribed by the New York State Practice Act. The LPN provides patient information to the health care team that influences the planning, provision, and evaluation of patient care. LPNs provide compassionate care that is respectful of each patient's needs, values and wishes. Under the direction of the RN or LIP, the LPN administers medications and vaccinations, observes, measures, records, and reports clinical data relating to a patient's health status. LPNs perform a variety of clinical procedures, such as urinary catheterization, tracheal suctioning, and sterile dressing changes with verified training and competency documentation. LPNs provide emotional support and educational material to patients and their families. LPNs are responsible to supervise care provided by unlicensed assistive personnel, such as medical assistants, patient care associates and patient care technicians. LPNs may start an IV and administer blood products with recommendation of their manager and additional specialized training.
LPN I (Graduate Practical Nurse / Permit) : may only administer medications under the direct supervision and direction of the Registered Professional Nurse who has assumed responsibility for the LPN I according to NYS Limited Permit Requirements. The LPN I must also successfully complete Albany Med medication administration and other appropriate competencies, and successfully complete unit-based orientation. Upon satisfaction of the above criteria, the LPN I may administer oral, rectal, IM, SC, otic, ophthalmic, inhaled, and topical medications.
No LPN, including LPN III, can assess central lines or response to medications and may not titrate medications.
Salary range : $24.50 / hr. - $28.76 / hr.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Code of Conduct
The Licensed Practical Nurse will adhere to AMC Code of Conduct, including honesty, punctuality, confidentiality, and high ethical standards.
Health Measurement : Participates in the collection of holistic assessment data from multiple sources, under the direction of the registered professional nurse or licensed independent practitioner.
Comply with the ethical, legal, and regulatory frameworks of nursing and the scope of practice as outlined in the NYS Nurse Practice Act.
Supports a system that encourages the identification and analysis of errors and near misses in the context of a safety culture.
All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and / or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related instructions given by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodations.
Qualifications
Physical Demands
Working Conditions
Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical!
Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.
This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that :
Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Medical Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.
Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!
Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.
This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that :
Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.
Salary : $46,221 - $64,709
