What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN-Long Term Care position at St. Mary's Healthcare?
Job Requisition: REQ3324
Employment Type:Per Diem
Shift: Rotating shifts
Hours Per Week: As scheduled
Hiring Range : $25.48- $33.12
The actual compensation for this position will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Responsibilities:
- Contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by a Registered Nurse (RN).
- Administers medications and observes patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
- Performs routine laboratory tests and simple therapeutic services.
- Educates patients/families about disease treatment plan including self-care post discharge, holistic health needs, available resources and follow up care.
- Assures resident safety by identifying safety hazards and emergency situations and initiates corrective action as appropriate.
Complexity of Work:
Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
Required Credential(s):
BLS Provider obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the New York Board of Nursing. Must be able to speak, read, write and follow instructions in English.
Salary : $25 - $33
