Licensed Practical Nurse - Albany, NY - Full time New

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

LPN – Internal Medicine - Full time

If you are looking for an LPN position, full time, this could be your opportunity. Here at St. Peter's Health Partner's, we care for more people in more places. This position is located at 1444 Western Ave, Albany, NY

Position Highlights

Quality of Life: Where career opportunities and quality of life converge

Advancement: Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development

Work/Life: Monday - Friday office hours

What You Will Do

• The LPN administers nursing care to patients under the direction of a Registered Professional.
• Assists with treatments and procedures and carries out selected duties within the framework of the established nursing plan of care.
• Complies with established nursing policies, procedures and standards to provide safe, quality care to patients.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Consistently takes accurate vital signs.
• Accurately collects routine patient data per protocols and/or as directed by the clinical supervisor.
• Consistently recognizes high-risk situations and reports them appropriately.
• Confers with the clinical supervisor routinely concerning the plan of care.
• Makes suggestions as to referrals to other disciplines.
• Fulfills protocols or clinical guidelines in establishing workflow priorities.
• Consistently demonstrates acceptable technical skills in providing care.
• Consistently follows standards of care, established protocols, or clinical guidelines in providing patient care.
• Consistently follows infection control policies in administering care.
• Consistently provides patient care in consideration of age related requirements.
• Consistently reinforces patient and family teaching.
• Administers medications safely in accordance with relevant unit policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates ability to accurately transcribe physician orders.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of computer skills relevant to the care area.
• Demonstrates initiative and flexibility with assignments.
• Functions as a team member in carrying out assignments.
  
  

What You Will Need

• A current license to practice as a Practical Nurse in the State of New York
• Graduate of accredited school of Practical Nursing.
• High School diploma / GED required
• Must be able to lift 20 lbs
  
  

Pay Range: $23.85 - $29.95

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.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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