Licensed Practical Nurse – Complex Care Medical-Surgical Unit Position Available In Monroe, New York

Description Job Title:

Licensed Practical Nurse Department:

Complex Care Medical-Surgical Unit (6800)

Location:

Rochester General Hospital Hours Per Week:

24 Hours (Part-Time)

Schedule:

Day/Evening/Night SUMMARY:

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care, usually under the direction of a Registered Nurse, in accordance with established plans. The Licensed Practical Nurse is a key member of the care delivery team. The Licensed Practical Nurse communicates the needs of the patient and the team; collaborates with the multidisciplinary team, takes direction from the RN and delegates appropriately to the other members of the team. The Complex Care Medical-Surgical Unit (6800) is a 39-bed acute medical telemetry unit caring for a wide range of patients, including those with medical-surgical needs, orthopedic overflow, and ED holds. The unit supports both medically complex patients and those preparing for safe discharge. This unit is a great fit for nurses who thrive in fast-paced, high-acuity settings that require strong clinical judgment and collaboration.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Patient Care & Service

• Promote and restore patients’ health by completing the nursing process; collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; perform various treatment procedures; provide physical, educational and emotional support to patients, friends and families; supervise assigned team members. Medication Administration & Reporting
• Administer medication and give/receive relevant reports, both written and verbal from/to appropriate staff as per departmental protocols. Documentation
• Ensure concise, pertinent and complete documentation using computerized medical record process. Preparation
• Ensure clinical areas are properly supplied and exam rooms are available and stocked.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing or equivalent required. Current licensure in State of New York as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills highly desired. At least 6 months LPN experience preferred

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

$27.00

• $33.

00 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