Licensed Practical Nurse - Acute General Medicine/Telemetry at Rochester Regional Health in Rochester, New York

Job Description:

Description



HOW WE CARE FOR YOU:



At Rochester Regional Health, we are dedicated to getting healthcare right. Our robust benefits and total rewards foster employee wellbeing, professional development and personal growth. We care for your career while caring for the community.

• Sign-On Bonuses


• Health & Wellness Benefits starting Your First Day


• Personal Time that includes Vacation Time, Sick Time & Holidays


• Retirement Savings Program


• Same Day Pay through DailyPay


• Student Loan Repayment Program


• Tuition Assistance & Reimbursement


• Free ASN to BSN Program through Advance U


• Recognition of Professional Growth through the Clinical Ladder


• Enhanced Shift Differentials


• Free Parking

SUMMARY



The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing direct patient care, usually under the direction of a Registered Nurse, in accordance with established plans.


The Acute General Medicine Unit (5400) specializes in the care of patients with substance abuse, mental illness and a multiplicity of medical diagnoses. 5400 offers LPNs the opportunity to master clinical skills in: cardiac requiring telemetry, diabetes, kidney disease, dialysis, pulmonary issues, and patients with multiple drips, drains & catheters.



STATUS: Part Time (24/hrs per week)



LOCATION: Rochester General Hospital



DEPARTMENT: Acute General Medicine (5400)



SCHEDULE: Days, every other Weekend/Holiday



ATTRIBUTES

• Compassionate, warm and patient focused


• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision


• Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

RESPONSIBILITIES

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  Patient Satisfaction. Solicit and respond to patient feedback to improve service and processes that will enhance the patient experience


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  Medication Administration & Reporting. Administer medication and give/receive relevant reports, both written and verbal


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  Documentation. Ensure concise, pertinent and complete patient care documentation using computerized medical record process

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.



LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - New York State Education Department (NYSED)


• BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)

PAY RANGE: $24.75 - $30.75

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran Apply Now